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[じ(自)·しゅ(主)]
jishu
noun, suru verb

English Meaning(s) for 自主

noun, suru verb
  1. independence; autonomy; self-reliance
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Definition and Synonyms for 自主

Autonomy immunity from arbitrary exercise of authority: political independence
Synonyms: 自主, 自律, 自治, 自由, 自立
Self-Direction personal independence
Synonyms: 一本立ち, 独立, 独立独歩, 独立独行, 独行, 自主, 自主独往, 自治, 自立, 自足

Meanings for each kanji in 自主

» oneself
» lord; chief; master; main thing; principal

Categories 自主 is a member of

Independency freedom from control or influence of another or others
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Sample Sentences for 自主

After the bushfires, we have independently decided to call off this year's fireworks display.
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The question of worshipping at the Yasukuni Shrine is left to the independent judgement of Cabinet ministers.
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