🕊️freedom

noun
/ˈfriːdəm/

Meaning

The state of being free; the power or right to act, speak, or think without hindrance or restraint.
the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint
The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint.

Example Sentences

Freedom of speech is a fundamental right in many countries.

The country celebrated its freedom from colonial rule with great enthusiasm.

Freedom empowers self-expression.

Example Expressions

freedom of choice

Synonyms

liberty, independence, autonomy, emancipation, self-determination
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liberty, independence, autonomy, emancipation, self-determination
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liberty, independence, autonomy, emancipation
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liberty, autonomy

Antonyms

captivity, slavery, restriction, oppression, bondage
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captivity, slavery, restriction
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captivity, slavery, oppression, bondage
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restriction, oppression

Collocations

freedom of speech, freedom of movement, personal freedom, political freedom, fight for freedom
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freedom of speech, freedom of movement, personal freedom, political freedom
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freedom of speech, personal freedom, fight for freedom

More Example Sentences

Did you enjoy your childhood with freedom?

Father spoils the daughter giving her too much freedom.

I believe protecting the freedom of the press is extremely important.

Balancing personal freedom and public health during a pandemic is difficult.

Balancing personal freedom and social responsibility is an ethical challenge.

The advantage of freelancing is freedom; the disadvantage is income uncertainty.

Social media has increased freedom of expression but has also created the risk of spreading hate.

Family bonds are extremely important in some cultures, whereas personal freedom is more valued in others.

The advantage of living in a joint family is mutual support; the disadvantage is lack of personal freedom.

We shall make the well being of the people of the USA by applying the motto 'People for people. Freedom for all.'

Related Vocabularies

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the condition of being known or talked about by many people
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the act of making something publicly known or available
The quality or fact of being determined; persistence.
the action of moving or positioning something into place for use

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