Freedom

Quick meaning: Freedom is a noun meaning (uncountable) The state of being free.

Meaning

(uncountable) The state of being free.

More Meanings

1. (countable) The lack of a specific constraint, or of constraints in general; a state of being free, unconstrained.
2. The right or privilege of unrestricted use or access
3. Frankness; openness; unreservedness.
4. Improper familiarity; violation of the rules of decorum.

Example Sentences

People in our city enjoy many freedoms.

Freedom of speech is a basic democratic value.

Every child has a right to freedom from fear and freedom from want.

Having recently been released from prison, he didn't know what to do with his newfound freedom.

Word Forms

• freedoms

Synonyms for freedom

Depending on context, synonyms include liberty, license, exemption, freehood, freeness.

Antonyms for freedom

Common opposites include bondage, constraint, imprisonment, slavery, unfreedom.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include exemption, liberty, libre, peace, absence, independence.

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