Definition of "autocephalous" adjective not generally comparable , comparative more autocephalous , superlative most autocephalous
(comparable) Independent ; not governed by others . quotations examples
Quotations This is the Weberian continuum which stretches between the poles of “autocephalous ” (self -organized and managing ) and “heterocephalous ” (organized and managed by others ) occupations . […] In the more autocephalous occupations —the professions ; the arts ; independent accountants , draftsmen , and the like ; independent small and medium businessmen in merchandising , manufacturing , artisanry , and the service trades —effective organization is less feasible .
1970, Ronald C. Newton, “On ‘Functional Groups,’ ‘Fragmentation,’ and ‘Pluralism’ in Spanish American Political Society”, in Hispanic American Historical Review