self-governance

noun

self-gov·er·nance ˌself-ˈgə-vər-nən(t)s

Synonyms of self-governance next

: self-government sense 2

Examples of self-governance in a Sentence

despite pessimistic predictions, self-governance has worked out well for the former colony

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In fact, only 8% of consumers have full trust in the organizations that manage their identity data, ushering in a new era of data self-governance. —

Peter Barker, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 In any case, the accord depends on Israel being open to the possibility of a two-state solution entailing self-governance for Palestinians in the West Bank. —

Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2024 Past reforms of the franchise have gone a long way toward upholding America’s ideals and improving self-governance—so would extending voting responsibilities to 16- and 17-year-old citizens. —

Ian Simmons, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 During the Jim Crow Era, state constitutions denied Black communities self-governance. —

Domingo Morel / Made By History, TIME, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for self-governance

Word History

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of self-governance was in 1848

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“Self-governance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-governance. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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