What does heteronomy mean?
The state of being governed by external authorities or laws, rather than one's own internal principles or values. A condition in which an individual or group is subject to the control or influence of external forces.
Example
"The country's heteronomy was evident in its inability to make its own decisions without consulting its powerful neighbor."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.