academic freedom

noun

: freedom to teach or to learn without interference (as by government officials)

Examples of academic freedom in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On May 6, Texas Tech protesters wore mourning attire outside the site where the system's leadership was convening for its quarterly meeting, holding a mock funeral for academic freedom across the system. — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

This work depends on universities’ commitment to academic freedom, free and open exchange of ideas, and scholarly excellence. — Daniel Diermeier, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

The campaign, a joint effort with SEIU Doctors United, aims to advocate for improved working conditions, stronger patient care and better protections for academic freedom. — Sacbee.com, 25 July 2026

Second, Northwestern assigned an ad hoc committee to investigate me; but, after six months of investigation, the committee exonerated me, recommended no punishment and affirmed my right to academic freedom. — Literary Hub, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above