autonomously
gb/ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/ us/ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
B2
English
önállóan, autonóm módon
B2
1
önállóan
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] works/acts autonomously
After a few weeks of training, she was able to work autonomously.
Néhány hét képzés után már önállóan tudott dolgozni.
The team is small but can operate autonomously for long periods.
A csapat kicsi, de hosszú időn át képes önállóan működni.
Children should not be expected to manage autonomously without guidance.
Learner examples
I can work autonomously.
Önállóan tudok dolgozni.
The group acts autonomously.
A csoport önállóan működik.
Common mistake:
Often confused with 'automatically' (done by a machine); 'autonomously' emphasizes independence and self-direction.
Meaning
independently, without outside control
Collocations
work autonomously
|act autonomously
|operate autonomously
|function autonomously
|perform autonomously
|develop autonomously
|learn autonomously
|manage autonomously
|make decisions autonomously
|live autonomously
Synonyms
independently (More common and general; less formal/technical.)
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self-sufficiently (Emphasizes not needing support or resources from others.)
Antonyms
dependently (Relying on others for direction or support.)
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under supervision (With oversight or control by someone else.)
Themes
work
|daily_life
|business
|education
Definition
in a way that does things alone, without help or control
In a way that is independent and not controlled or directed by other people or systems.
C1
TECHNICAL
2
Usage pattern:
[machine/system/vehicle] operates autonomously
The drone can fly autonomously using GPS and onboard sensors.
A drón GPS és fedélzeti érzékelők segítségével autonóm módon tud repülni.
In the test, the vehicle navigated autonomously through city traffic.
A teszt során a jármű autonóm módon navigált a városi forgalomban.
The software agent searches autonomously and reports suspicious activity.
Learner examples
The robot moves autonomously.
A robot autonóm módon mozog.
Common mistake:
Not the same as 'automatically': autonomous systems can perceive conditions and make decisions, not just follow a fixed sequence.
Meaning
without human input or control
Collocations
operate autonomously
|run autonomously
|navigate autonomously
|drive autonomously
|fly autonomously
|move autonomously
|monitor autonomously
|adapt autonomously
|detect autonomously
|coordinate autonomously
Synonyms
independently (Less technical; does not necessarily imply automation or decision-making.)
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self-directedly (Highlights control from within the system rather than an operator.)
Antonyms
manually (Controlled directly by a person rather than by a system.)
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remotely (Controlled by a person from a distance (not autonomous).)
Themes
technology
|ai
|transportation
|engineering
Definition
in a way that a machine can do by itself
In a way that allows a machine or system to operate on its own with little or no direct human control, often by using sensors and software.
C1
FORMAL
3
Usage pattern:
[region/community/institution] is governed autonomously
The region is administered autonomously under the national constitution.
A régiót a nemzeti alkotmány alapján autonóm módon igazgatják.
Several communities operate autonomously while remaining part of the state.
Több közösség autonóm módon működik, miközben az állam része marad.
The university is legally required to function autonomously in academic matters.
Learner examples
The region is governed autonomously.
A régiót autonóm módon igazgatják.
Meaning
with self-government or self-rule
Collocations
govern autonomously
|be governed autonomously
|operate autonomously
|exist autonomously
|administer autonomously
|function autonomously
|manage autonomously
|run autonomously
Synonyms
self-governing (Often used as an adjective; directly emphasizes political self-rule.)
Antonyms
centrally (Controlled by a central government or authority.)
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under direct rule (Governed directly by an outside authority.)
Themes
politics
|government
|society
Definition
in a way that governs itself
In a way that involves self-government or self-rule, rather than being governed directly by a central authority.
Grammar
Dictionary form
autonomously
IPA
GB/ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
US/ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
Syllables & stress
autonom - ously (2 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (ously)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: autonomously
- Plural: autonomouslies
Word family
Forms
autonomouslies
noun
Core family
autonomous
adjective B2
autonomy
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
non-autonomous
adjective
Advanced or less common
autonomic
adjective
Expressions
be managed autonomously
1/bˈi mˈænɪd͡ʒd ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
fixed phrase
business
be managed independently
Examples
- The fund is managed autonomously by an independent board.
- Local clinics are managed autonomously to respond quickly to community needs.
drive autonomously
1/dɹˈaɪv ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
fixed phrase
technical
drive without a human driver
Examples
- The car can drive autonomously on highways but not on all city streets.
- Engineers are testing how safely the shuttle can drive autonomously in bad weather.
function autonomously
1/fˈʌŋkʃən ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
fixed phrase
function independently as a unit
Examples
- Each department is set up to function autonomously.
- The module can function autonomously if the network connection drops.
Learner examples
- The unit functions autonomously.
learn autonomously
1/lˈɚn ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
fixed phrase
learn independently by yourself
to learn by yourself
Examples
- Online resources make it easier for students to learn autonomously.
- The course trains learners to set goals and learn autonomously.
Learner examples
- I learn autonomously at home.
operate autonomously
1/ˈɑpɚˌeɪt ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
fixed phrase
run independently on its own
to run by itself without help
Examples
- Once installed, the system can operate autonomously for months.
- The local office is designed to operate autonomously from headquarters.
Learner examples
- This machine can operate autonomously.
work autonomously
1/wˈɚk ˌɔtˈɑnoʊməsli/
fixed phrase
work with little supervision
to work alone without someone watching you
Examples
- She prefers to work autonomously and manage her own schedule.
- After onboarding, new hires are expected to work autonomously.
Learner examples
- I work autonomously.