ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Free-thinking

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Free-thinking is an adjective meaning Having opinions that are contrary to dogma or the positions of authority.

Meaning

Having opinions that are contrary to dogma or the positions of authority.

Example Sentences

His background was academic, though not directly in mathematics or physics. His father, Frank, was an expert in tropical diseases and his mother, Isobel (nee Walker), was a free-thinking radical who had a great influence on him.

Synonyms for free-thinking

Depending on context, synonyms include broad-minded, latitudinarian, undogmatical.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include broad-minded, latitudinarian, undogmatical, antidogmatic, heretical, dissenting.

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