self-sufficient
UK: ˌself səˈfɪʃənt | US: ˌself səˈfɪʃənt
adj. capable of providing for one's own needs without external assistance
adj. emotionally or economically independent
The word combines "self" (from Old English "self," meaning "one's own person") and "sufficient" (from Latin "sufficiens," from "sufficere," meaning "to supply or meet needs"). The fusion reflects the concept of complete autonomy, where "self" emphasizes agency, and "sufficient" underscores adequacy. Historically, it gained prominence during the Enlightenment, aligning with ideals of individualism and sustainability.
The cabin is self-sufficient, with solar panels and a rainwater collection system.
After years of training, she became emotionally self-sufficient.
Their farm aims to be self-sufficient by growing all necessary crops.
Modern technology allows some communities to live self-sufficiently off-grid.
A self-sufficient mindset reduces reliance on external validation.