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Autonomy is a concept that refers to the ability of an entity to act independently and make decisions without the need for direct human input or external control. It is a fundamental right of individuals and is valued in many fields, from design to artificial intelligence. Autonomy is closely related to self-rule and self-governance, suggesting an autonomous entity is self-determined and acts independently of external forces. In the context of design, autonomy allows designers to explore their ideas and create unique solutions without being limited by the constraints of traditional thinking. It is a source of creative freedom, allowing designers to take risks, experiment, and develop ideas that might not have been possible before. Autonomous systems are becoming increasingly prevalent, with autonomous vehicles, drones, and robots being some of the most recognizable examples. Autonomous systems have the potential to reduce costs, improve performance, and increase efficiency, making them an attractive option for designers. In the context of artificial intelligence, autonomy is an important factor in the development of machines that can make decisions and take actions without direct or explicit human control. Autonomous systems, such as robots, drones, and self-driving cars, are becoming increasingly complex, with the ability to sense and interact with their environment, making them an invaluable tool for designers. Autonomy is a concept that is widely accepted as a cornerstone of basic human rights and is integral to understanding democracy. As a concept, it is relevant across a number of contexts, and its meaning shifts slightly depending on the specific context in which it is applied.

independence, self-rule, self-governance, creativity, artificial intelligence

Mark Anderson

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Autonomy is the power or right of self-governance; specifically, the right of a person or group to self-govern and not be subject to the rule or control of others. Autonomy is widely accepted as a cornerstone of basic human rights and is integral to understanding democracy. As a concept, it is relevant across a number of contexts, and its meaning shifts slightly depending on the specific context in which it is applied. As such, it can be found in a wide selection of language and cultures, expressed in various forms and manifestations.

In Spanish, the term ‘autonomía’ refers to autonomy, whereas in French it is expressed as ‘autonomie’. In German, autonomy is ‘autonomie’, in Italian it is ‘autonomia’ and in Portuguese it is ‘autonomia’. Similarly, in Hindi the word for autonomy is ‘svat

Harris Awan

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Autonomy is a noun that originates from ancient Greek and is derived from the two root words autos (self) and nomos (rule). Synonyms for autonomy include self-rule, self-government, independence and liberty. Antonyms for autonomy include subjection, dependency, captivity, and bondage. Cognates of autonomy include autonomous, and autonomist. Variants of the word are autonym and autonomism.

Etymology autonomy morphology Greek language roots synonyms antonyms cognates variants autonym autonomism self-rule self-government independence liberty subjection dependency captivity bondage autonomous autonomist

George Adrian Postea

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Autonomy is a word derived from the Greek roots auto, meaning self, and nomos, which translates to rule. The term autonomy is closely related to the concept of self-rule and self-governance, suggesting an autonomous entity is self-governed and acts independently of external forces. This term has been in use since the late 18th century and has continued in various forms ever since. In its purest form, the term autonomy suggests an individual or entity is self-determined and makes decisions independently of external influences. In linguistics, it can refer to the role of an individual or entity in decision-making, in terms of its own volition, without reference to external forces or influences. Morphologically, autonomy is composed of two parts: auto, meaning self, and nomos, meaning rule. Pragmatically, autonomy is the ability of a person or entity to act independently without external pressure or influence.

Etymology, Morphology, Self-Rule, Self-Governance, Autonomous Entity

Henry Fontaine

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Autonomy is an essential concept for designers, as it allows them to explore their ideas and create unique solutions without being limited by the constraints of traditional thinking. It is a source of creative freedom, allowing designers to take risks, experiment, and develop ideas that might not have been possible before. Autonomy is also an important factor in the development of artificial intelligence, as it allows machines to make decisions and take actions without direct or explicit human control. Autonomy is a key factor in the development of autonomous systems, such as robots, drones, and self-driving cars, which are becoming increasingly prevalent in today’s world. Autonomous systems have the potential to reduce costs, improve performance, and increase efficiency, making them an attractive option for designers. Autonomous systems are also becoming increasingly complex, with the ability to sense and interact with their environment, making them an invaluable tool for designers.

Autonomous Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Vehicles, Robotics, Autonomy Decision Making.

Federica Costa

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Autonomy

Autonomy is an important concept for design, as it allows designers to explore their ideas and create unique solutions without being limited by the constraints of traditional thinking. Autonomy is a source of creative freedom, allowing designers to take risks, experiment, and develop ideas that might not have been possible before. Autonomous systems are becoming increasingly prevalent, with autonomous vehicles, drones, and robots being some of the most recognizable examples. Autonomous systems have the potential to reduce costs, improve performance, and increase efficiency, making them an attractive option for designers. Autonomous systems are also becoming increasingly complex, with the ability to sense and interact with their environment, making them an invaluable tool for designers.

Autonomy, Design, Creative, Freedom, Autonomous, Technology, Efficiency, Performance, Robotics, Systems, Navigation, Interaction.

Eleonora Barbieri

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Autonomy is the ability to make decisions and take action independently, without needing to rely on external sources or guidance. It is the capacity to act on one's own behalf, to be self-directed, and to take responsibility for one's own actions. Autonomy is a fundamental right of individuals, and it is a key component to many of the decisions that designers make as part of design thinking.

Autonomous decision-making, independent action, self-direction, responsibility, agency, self-governance, personal control.

Giovanna Mancini

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Autonomy is a key concept that is highly valued in the world of design. It is the freedom to be creative and express oneself through artwork, design, and other forms of expression. Autonomy allows designers to take risks, explore their ideas, and strive for excellence without having to answer to a higher power or authority. For designers, autonomy is a source of motivation and a way to break from the conventional and explore new ideas.

Creative freedom, independence, self-expression, individualism, exploration.

Anna Lombardi

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Autonomy is the ability of machines, systems, or robots to make decisions and take actions without direct or explicit human control. It is the capacity of a system to set its own goals, plan, and act on them independently. Autonomy can be applied to various types of systems, from robotic agents to autonomous vehicles to self-regulating networks.

Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Vehicles, Machine Learning, Self-Regulating Networks

Giulia Esposito

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Autonomy refers to the ability of a system to operate independently and make decisions without the need for direct human input. Autonomy is an increasingly important concept in design, with many products and services looking to leverage autonomous systems to improve their performance, reduce costs, and increase efficiency. Autonomous vehicles, drones, and robots are some of the most commonly recognized examples of products designed to autonomously navigate, sense, and interact with their environment.

Autonomy, Self-Sufficiency, Decision Making, Robotics, Automation.

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