autonomously — in a way that is self-governing or independent; without external control or influence
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that is self-governing or independent; without external control or influence
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɔːˈtɑːnəməsli/
Example Sentences
- My pet robot vacuum cleaner works autonomously, though it still gets confused by my socks on the floor.
- The research team developed autonomously, making breakthrough discoveries without external funding.
- She learned to think autonomously after her helicopter parents finally went on vacation.
autonomously
ADVERB[/ɔːˈtɑːnəməsli/]
in a way that is self-governing or independent; without external control or influence
The robot vacuum moves autonomously around the living room while she naps on the couch.
Working autonomously, reporting anonymously!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'autonomos' meaning 'self-governing,' derived from 'autos' (self) and 'nomos' (law or rule). The suffix '-ly' converts the adjective 'autonomous' into an adverb form.
Breakdown
auto- (self) + -nom- (law/rule) + -ous (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix) = autonomously
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📝Examples
“My pet robot vacuum cleaner works autonomously, though it still gets confused by my socks on the floor.”
“The research team developed autonomously, making breakthrough discoveries without external funding.”
“She learned to think autonomously after her helicopter parents finally went on vacation.”
“The smart car can drive autonomously in most weather conditions.”
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