Synonyms of the word

self-direction

• n. The condition of being self-directed.

autonomy

• n. Self-government; freedom to act or function independently.
• n. (philosophy) The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision.
• n. (mechanics) The capacity of a system to make a decision about its actions without the involvement of another…
• n. (Christianity) The status of a church whose highest-ranking bishop is appointed by the patriarch of the…

independence

• n. The state or quality of being independent; freedom from dependence; exemption from reliance on, or control…
• n. The state of having sufficient means for a comfortable livelihood.

independency

• n. Independence.
• n. An independent territory or state.

self-reliance

• n. The capacity to rely on one's own capabilities, and to manage one's own affairs; independence.

self-sufficiency

• n. The condition of being self-sufficient.