The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word SOVEREIGNTY
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More clues leading to the result SOVEREIGNTY
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The straight part
We know that "autonomy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case autonomy = sovereignty.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SOVEREIGNTY mean?
SOVEREIGNTY noun- (of a polity) The state of making laws and controlling resources without the coercion of other nations.
- (of a ruler) Supreme authority over all things.
- (of a person) The liberty to decide one's thoughts and actions.