self-rule

noun
UK: /ˌself ˈruːl/
US: /ˌself ˈruːl/

  1. The ability of a country or group to govern itself without outside control.

    1. The people want self-rule.
    2. Achieving self-rule was the ultimate goal of the independence movement.

  2. Control of your own life and actions.

    1. I want self-rule in my life.
    2. Developing self-rule is important for mental and emotional health.

Synonyms

autonomy independence sovereignty self-government

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "self-rule" in English means: The ability of a country or group to govern itself without outside control., Control of your own life and actions..

The phonetic transcription of "self-rule" is /ˌself ˈruːl/ in British English and /ˌself ˈruːl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "self-rule": autonomy, independence, sovereignty, self-government.

Example usage of "self-rule": "The people want self-rule.". More examples on the page.