Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
self-government
noun
/ˌsɛlfˈɡʌvərnmənt/
Definition
The system or process by which a community or region governs itself independently.
Examples
- The colony achieved self-government after years of struggle.
- Many countries value self-government as a fundamental principle of their democracy.
- Self-government allows communities to address their own unique needs and issues.
Meaning
Self-government refers to the ability of a group or nation to make its own laws and decisions without external control.
Synonyms
- autonomy
- independence
- self-rule
- sovereignty
- home rule
