Self-subsistence refers to the ability of a person or entity to sustain themselves without relying on external sources. There are several synonyms for self-subsistence including self-sufficiency, self-reliance, autonomy, independence, self-support, and self-maintenance. Self-sufficiency denotes the ability to meet one's basic needs alone, while self-reliance suggests the ability to manage oneself and one's life without external assistance. Independence refers to the capacity to operate and govern independently, whereas autonomy is the power to make decisions and govern oneself freely. Self-support suggests the ability to provide for oneself without relying on others, while self-maintenance refers to the ability to preserve oneself and one's resources.