Self-directing freedom and especially moral independence. An ethical principle holds that the autonomy of persons ought to be respected. (Bioethics Thesaurus)
Synonyms: Free Will, Autonomy, Personal, Self Determination, Personal Autonomy
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2002; for SELF DETERMINATION use FREEDOM 1990-2001 ,2002; for SELF DETERMINATION see FREEDOM 1990-2001
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D026684