self-reliant

American  

[self-ri-lahy-uhnt, self-] / ˈsɛlf rɪˈlaɪ ənt, ˌsɛlf- /

adjective

1. relying on oneself or on one's own powers, resources, etc.

   Synonyms:

   capable, resolute, enterprising, assured, independent

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Other Word Forms

• self-reliantly adverb

Etymology

Origin of self-reliant

First recorded in 1840–50

Example Sentences

"If Europe wants to get invested in nuclear or renewable energies with the aim of being more self-reliant and energy secure, that will take time."

From BBC

His continuing push toward increasing China's production of renewable energy will allow the country to be more self-reliant.

From BBC

China’s energy-security strategy is one aspect of a broader campaign to become as self-reliant as possible to guard against intensifying global volatility.

From The Wall Street Journal

Chinese officials have encouraged businesses to align themselves with the national goal of becoming self-reliant in technology, particularly in areas like chips.

From The Wall Street Journal

Another potential positive: Increased demand for the country’s asset-heavy companies—shipbuilding, shipping, defense, and electric energy—in a push to boost national security and become more self-reliant.

From Barron's

Related Words

• autonomous
• self-sufficient
• self-supporting
• self-sustaining