B2 verb Formal

autonomous

/ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məs/

Autonomous describes something that has the power or right of self-government or functions independently without outside control. It is frequently applied to political entities, individual workers, or technologies like self-driving cars that operate without human intervention.

Ejemplos

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1

My new vacuum is completely autonomous and cleans the house while I am at work.

My new vacuum is completely autonomous and cleans the house while I am at work.

2

The region was granted an autonomous status following years of negotiations for self-rule.

The region was granted an autonomous status following years of negotiations for self-rule.

3

I love being a freelancer because I am totally autonomous and pick my own hours.

I love being a freelancer because I am totally autonomous and pick my own hours.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
autonomy
Verb
autonomize
Adverbio
autonomously
Adjetivo
autonomous
Relacionado
autonomist
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Truco para recordar

Think of an 'Auto-Nomous' person as someone who makes their own 'laws' (nomos) for their 'self' (auto).

Quiz rápido

The company decided to give the regional departments more ______ power to speed up innovation and local decision-making.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: autonomous

Ejemplos

1

My new vacuum is completely autonomous and cleans the house while I am at work.

everyday

My new vacuum is completely autonomous and cleans the house while I am at work.

2

The region was granted an autonomous status following years of negotiations for self-rule.

formal

The region was granted an autonomous status following years of negotiations for self-rule.

3

I love being a freelancer because I am totally autonomous and pick my own hours.

informal

I love being a freelancer because I am totally autonomous and pick my own hours.

4

The study examines how autonomous learning strategies improve student retention in higher education.

academic

The study examines how autonomous learning strategies improve student retention in higher education.

5

We need to create autonomous teams that can make decisions without waiting for management approval.

business

We need to create autonomous teams that can make decisions without waiting for management approval.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
autonomy
Verb
autonomize
Adverbio
autonomously
Adjetivo
autonomous
Relacionado
autonomist

Colocaciones comunes

autonomous vehicle a self-driving car or transport system
autonomous region a territory with self-governing powers
autonomous decision a choice made independently
fully autonomous completely independent of external control
autonomous functioning operating without outside help

Frases Comunes

autonomous zone

an area free from standard government control

autonomous learning

student-led education without direct instruction

autonomous underwater vehicle

a robot that travels underwater without a pilot

Se confunde a menudo con

autonomous vs automatic

Automatic refers to a machine following a set routine, whereas autonomous implies the ability to make independent choices or govern oneself.

autonomous vs anonymous

Anonymous means having an unknown name, while autonomous means being independent; they sound similar but have no shared meaning.

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Notas de uso

While it can describe machines (AI), in social and workplace contexts it emphasizes the freedom and responsibility of an individual or group to act on their own.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use 'autonomous' when they simply mean 'automatic'. Remember that autonomy implies a level of 'intelligence' or 'governance', not just mechanical repetition.

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Truco para recordar

Think of an 'Auto-Nomous' person as someone who makes their own 'laws' (nomos) for their 'self' (auto).

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Origen de la palabra

From the Greek word 'autonomos', where 'autos' means 'self' and 'nomos' means 'law' or 'rule'.

Patrones gramaticales

Used as an attributive adjective before a noun (e.g., autonomous state). Used as a predicative adjective after a linking verb (e.g., the robot is autonomous).
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Contexto cultural

In many Western business cultures, being an 'autonomous worker' is highly valued as it shows maturity and the ability to work without micromanagement.

Quiz rápido

The company decided to give the regional departments more ______ power to speed up innovation and local decision-making.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: autonomous

Palabras relacionadas

overall

B2

Describing the total or general nature of something when all parts or factors are considered together. It refers to the whole of a situation rather than specific details or individual components.

overlap

B2

To cover part of the same area of space or time as something else, or to have some common qualities or features. It describes situations where two things occupy the same physical space partially or where two events happen simultaneously for a period.

overseas

B2

Relating to, coming from, or situated in a country across the sea or ocean. It is used to describe international contexts, particularly travel, trade, or living arrangements in a foreign land.

panel

B2

A panel is a small group of people brought together to discuss a specific topic, provide expert advice, or make decisions. It can also refer to a distinct, flat, and often rectangular section of a larger surface, such as a wall, door, or control board.

parameter

B2

A parameter is a limit or boundary that defines the scope of a particular process, system, or activity. In technical or mathematical contexts, it refers to a measurable factor that sets the conditions of an operation.

passive

B2

Describing someone who allows things to happen or accepts what others do without resistance or participation. It is also used in grammar to describe a sentence structure where the subject is the recipient of the action rather than the performer.

persist

B2

To continue firmly in an opinion or a course of action despite difficulty, opposition, or failure. It also refers to a state or condition that continues to exist or endure over a prolonged period.

philosophy

B2

Philosophy is the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline. It also refers to a specific set of beliefs, values, or principles that guide the behavior and outlook of an individual or an organization.

portion

B2

A portion is a part of a whole that has been divided or allocated to a specific person or purpose. It is most commonly used to describe a serving of food or a specific share of a larger amount, such as money or time.

pose

B2

To present or constitute a problem, danger, or challenge that needs to be addressed. It also refers to the physical act of assuming a specific position for a photograph, painting, or artistic work.

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