autarky (noun)

1. In the movie 'The Big Short', the concept of autarky is depicted when the characters attempt to profit from the economic crisis by betting against the housing market.

2. In the superhero comic series, the nation of Wakanda is often portrayed as an autarky, where it relies on its own resources and technology to thrive.

3. In the fantasy novel, the kingdom of Elmysia is described as an autarky, with its leaders implementing policies to ensure self-sufficiency and protect its resources.

4. In some religious sects, the concept of autarky is seen as a way to attain spiritual independence, separating themselves from worldly influences and relying solely on their own beliefs and practices.