liberated

adjective

lib·​er·​at·​ed ˈli-bə-ˌrā-təd How to pronounce liberated (audio)
: freed from or opposed to traditional social and sexual attitudes or roles
a liberated woman
a liberated marriage

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Millions remain far from liberated from economic pressure, and few of us feel burdened by an excess of free time. Arianna Huffington, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025 Translation: this is cosmic support for becoming a more expansive, liberated version of you — one who knows their worth and isn’t afraid to explore new horizons. Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 12 Oct. 2025 The stars say that Anderson’s ambitious, liberated ideas should carry through to womenswear. Maya Alzaben, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025 Following openers Chanel Beads and The Japanese House, the New Zealand singer delivered a liberated 90-minute set fueled by her breathy, conversational vocals and raw, unpredictable movements. Audrey Gibbs, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for liberated

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of liberate

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of liberated was in 1887

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“Liberated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liberated. Accessed 13 Nov. 2025.

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liberated

adjective
lib·​er·​at·​ed
: freed from or opposed to traditional social and sexual attitudes or roles

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