Synonyms for

Liberty

Verb / ˈlɪbɜ:ˌti: / Another word for liberty — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views

Synonyms & similar words

indecorum autonomy impropriety familiarity shoreleave freedom autonomy independence self-determination self-governance self-rule sovereignty self-sufficiency latitude flexibility leeway scope space self-government

Synonyms by register

Formal

freedom sovereignty autonomy emancipation

Informal

freedom independence free rein being your own boss

Literary

franchise privilege license

Antonyms

bondage captivity enslavement servitude subjection thralldom oppression

Common collocations

  • personal liberty
  • civil liberty
  • religious liberty
  • economic liberty
  • freedom and liberty
  • liberty of speech
  • liberty of conscience

Word family

noun liberty
adjective libertarian

Usage note

Liberty often refers to the state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views. It is distinct from 'freedom,' which can be a more general concept of absence of constraint.

Example sentences

  1. Liberty is the foundation of democracy.
  2. The people of the country fought for their liberty.
  3. The prisoners were released and given their liberty back.
  4. The constitution guarantees the liberty of all citizens.
  5. Liberty and justice for all is a common goal for many nations.

Quotes

  • Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.
  • Give me liberty or give me death.
  • The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants.

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