1. having some degree of self-government or independence but not complete autonomy
Usage: political science; government

Examples

• The region operates as a semiautonomous territory within the larger nation.
• Several semiautonomous provinces have their own local governments.
• The university’s research center functions as a semiautonomous unit.
• These semiautonomous communities manage their own affairs while remaining part of the state.
• The company’s overseas division operates in a semiautonomous manner.
• Many indigenous groups seek semiautonomous status to preserve their culture.