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Meaning of freedom
The state of being able to act and make decisions without being controlled by others.
Etymology of freedom
The word "freedom" originates from Old English "frēodōm", which is derived from "frēo" meaning "free" and "dōm" meaning "state" or "condition"
The term has its roots in Germanic languages, where the concept of freedom was closely tied to the idea of being a free person, as opposed to a slave or serf
Over time, the meaning of the word has evolved to encompass various aspects of liberty, including political, social, and personal freedom
Synonyms
liberty
independence
autonomy
self-governance
emancipation
release
deliverance
liberation
unfetteredness
unshackling
loosening
exemption
immunity
privilege
entitlement
prerogative
right
privilege
licence
permission
entitlement
franchise
sovereignty
self-rule
non-restriction
openness
permissiveness
spontaneity
voluntariness
unconstraint
uncontrolledness
unregulatedness
lawlessness
wildness
licence
autonomy
self-determination
free will
discretion
option
choice
carte blanche.
Definitions
- The state of being able to act and make decisions without being controlled by others
- The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without restriction or hindrance
- The state of not being in captivity, prison, or under the control of someone or something else
Usage Examples
- The country fought for its freedom from colonial rule
- She values her freedom to make her own choices and decisions
- The new policy aims to promote freedom of speech and expression
Antonyms
bondage
slavery
captivity
imprisonment
confinement
restraint
restriction
limitation
oppression
tyranny
despotism
authoritarianism
totalitarianism
subjugation
domination
control
regulation
prohibition
taboo
constraint
hindrance
obstacle
barrier
obstruction
blockage
impediment
encumbrance
burden.