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freedom

noun
SayFREE-duhm/ˈfɹidəm/UK/ˈfɹiːdəm/

Pluralfreedoms

4 meanings of freedom

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  1. 1
    libertynouncountable
    A situation where no rule or limit stops you from doing what you want.

    Like taking off a heavy backpack so you can move easily.

    Working from home gives her the freedom to set her own hours.

    Citizens fought hard to protect their basic freedoms.

    UsageSay the freedom to do something, or freedom from something bad.

    Similarliberty, latitude, leeway, scope, right

    Oppositeconstraint, restriction, restraint, limitation

  2. 2
    open accessnouncountable or uncountable
    The right to use a place or thing freely, without needing permission.

    Like having a key that opens every door in a building.

    Our hosts gave us the freedom of their house for the week.

    Members enjoy the freedom of the club's pool and gym.

    UsageSay the freedom of a place: you may use it as you like.

    Similarrun, access, use, privilege

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  3. 3
    open mannernouncountable or uncountable
    The quality of speaking or acting openly and honestly, without holding back.

    I liked the freedom with which she told me what she really thought.

    She talked about her worries with great freedom.

    Similarfrankness, openness, candor, directness, ease

    Oppositereserve, restraint, reticence, stiffness

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Less common meaning

  1. 4
    noundated
    Rude or too-familiar behavior that breaks the normal rules of polite manners.

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Origin

From Old English "frēodōm," meaning freedom. It comes from "free" plus the ending "-dom."

Checked 31 Oct 2026 · 3 facts