Self-government
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Self-government is a noun meaning The governance of a region by its own populace; autonomy.
Meaning
The governance of a region by its own populace; autonomy.
More Meanings
- (dated) Personal self-control.
Example Sentences
The radical party agitated for the region to secede from the confederation and establish self-government.
Synonyms for self-government
Depending on context, synonyms include self-governance, self-rule, self-determination.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include self-rule, self-determination, government, governance, autonomist, autonomy.
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