as in autonomy
the state of being free from the control or power of another
despite pessimistic predictions, self-governance has worked out well for the former colony
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of self-governance
During the Jim Crow Era, state constitutions denied Black communities self-governance.
—
Domingo Morel / Made By History, TIME, 25 Oct. 2024
Historical examples have consistently demonstrated the limitations of industry self-governance.
—Gary Drenik, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
At the center of this conflict is a dispute over territory, security, Israel's right to exist and Palestinian rights and self-governance.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 5 Oct. 2024
In a very real way, like those seminal ideas and documents, academic freedom is directly related to traditions of self-governance and individual liberty.
—Bradford Vivian / Made By History, TIME, 16 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for self-governance 
Domingo Morel / Made By History, TIME, 25 Oct. 2024
Historical examples have consistently demonstrated the limitations of industry self-governance.
—Gary Drenik, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
At the center of this conflict is a dispute over territory, security, Israel's right to exist and Palestinian rights and self-governance.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 5 Oct. 2024
In a very real way, like those seminal ideas and documents, academic freedom is directly related to traditions of self-governance and individual liberty.
—Bradford Vivian / Made By History, TIME, 16 Aug. 2024
See all Example Sentences for self-governance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-governance
Noun
-
As a result of middle management cuts (over a third of layoffs in 2023), there’s a massive market shift towards self-leadership, autonomy and individual contribution for Gen Z.Chris Westfall, Forbes, 4 Jan. 2025
-
Is donning cowboy boots a symbol of independence for women, or an attempt to fit in with a culture that does not seem to recognize—or respect—our autonomy?Max Ufberg, hazlitt.net, 4 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
But some analysts saw his announcement about the French troop withdrawal as an attempt to garner support from a public that has become increasingly critical of the French military presence, which is seen as a violation of sovereignty.Ruth Maclean, New York Times, 1 Jan. 2025
-
Incorporating bitcoin into the national balance sheet emerges as a viable option to mitigate inflationary pressures, enhance financial stability, and reinforce economic sovereignty.Becca Bratcher, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
When New York declared independence from England and created its own Constitution in 1777, there was a governor and lieutenant governor, separately and independently elected.New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
-
Avoidant attachment is characterized by independence, as well as difficulty forming connections and expressing emotions.Christin Perry, Parents, 6 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
The transforming world of work now offers more freedom to define success in ways that go beyond the traditional corporate ladder of the past.Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
-
And then there has always been Altadena’s sense of freedom and creativity that gave rise to an artists’ enclave and The Bunny Museum.Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2025
Articles Related to self-governance
Thesaurus Entries Near self-governance
Cite this Entry
“Self-governance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/self-governance. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share