Vocabulary
Autonomy
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
the right or condition of self-government.
Urdu meaning
خود مختاری، خود اختیاری
Example sentences (from Dawn)
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These systems have eroded due to political interference, a lack of autonomy and the pressures of governing oversized administrative units.
Dawn Editorials —
A case for smaller provinces
— 2026-04-24
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Although, in the post-Cold War era, non-alignment has been replaced with the principles of multi-alignment and strategic autonomy, New Delhi`s fundamental political behaviour remains unchanged.
Dawn Editorials —
Choosing not to be a peace-broker
— 2026-04-18
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Evidence from Pakistan reflects this tension: ananalysis of the Pakistan Social and Living Standards Measurement Survey ( 2019) data by Gallup Pakistan shows that women`s autonomy over major life decisions, including work, is limited.
Dawn Editorials —
On turning 30
— 2026-04-17
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By categorically refusing to allow its territory to be used for strikes against Iran, the kingdom has signalled that the era of dependency has been replaced by an era of uncompromising autonomy.This refusal is a calculated act.
Dawn Editorials —
New dawn in the Gulf
— 2026-03-27
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The Sindh Local Government Act, 2013, provides the provincial government with strong control over LG functions, thereby reducing LG autonomy.
Dawn Editorials —
Disaster readiness
— 2026-03-23
Synonyms
self-government, independence, self-rule, home rule, sovereignty, self-determination
Antonyms
coercion, compulsion, constraint
Curator example
“between the First and Second World Wars, Canada gained greater autonomy from Britain”
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