Definition of libertynext

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How is the word liberty different from other nouns like it?

The words freedom and license are common synonyms of liberty. While all three words mean "the power or condition of acting without compulsion," liberty suggests release from former restraint or compulsion.

the released prisoner had difficulty adjusting to his new liberty

When could freedom be used to replace liberty?

In some situations, the words freedom and liberty are roughly equivalent. However, freedom has a broad range of application from total absence of restraint to merely a sense of not being unduly hampered or frustrated.

freedom of the press

When is it sensible to use license instead of liberty?

Although the words license and liberty have much in common, license implies freedom specially granted or conceded and may connote an abuse of freedom.

freedom without responsibility may degenerate into license

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of liberty The adaption is extremely faithful to the original novel, with a few liberties taken here and there to dig further into the psyches of the boys. Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 4 May 2026 However, there are certain loopholes that the Disney+ series has taken liberties with, as described in this ScreenRant article, as producers wanted to give Pedro Pascal (who plays the titular character) some actual screen time. Todd Spangler, Variety, 4 May 2026 To drag a man in fetters into the grand illuminated temple of liberty, and call upon him to join you in joyous anthems, were inhuman mockery and sacrilegious irony. Jeremy Mennis, The Conversation, 1 May 2026 The case Hajinazarian makes is constitutional liberties are for all of us, so why not take advantage of them? Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for liberty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for liberty
Noun
  • Her activities of choice are perusing Pinterest and surfing YouTube Shorts—essentially a high-latency TikTok.
    Anna Wiener, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
  • Escobarete is glad Campbell made the choice to become a Crusader.
    Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 4 May 2026
Noun
  • Focus on multi-domain autonomy Revealing both systems shows ASELSAN’s goal to expand into different operational areas.
    Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 6 May 2026
  • Early and mid-career assignments can help rising managers build credibility, autonomy, and resilience.
    Ruth Umoh, Fortune, 4 May 2026
Noun
  • The California Honey mandarin (Citrus reticulata 'California Honey') is an exceptional patio plant and a sweeter citrus option.
    SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 3 May 2026
  • Duffy also advised passengers to consider credit card chargebacks, travel insurance claims or bankruptcy filings for additional recovery options.
    Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
Noun
  • Think of the way the path smells ahead of you, think of the freedom the wind is blowing your way.
    Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 9 May 2026
  • Later, the Moon squares the Sun and may reveal friction between freedom and obligations.
    Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2026
Noun
  • As a major destination for outdoor parties ranging from pop-up shops for local vendors to off-season wedding celebrations, the team informs guests of any events on the agenda before booking, so each stay is suitable to visitor preferences.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
  • The tools, built on data from past purchases, preferences and browsing behavior, will enable associates to provide more informed and engaging service tailored to individual customers.
    David Moin, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Noun
  • That could provoke an outcry from nationalist circles, who would likely view such as move as a breach of sovereignty.
    Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
  • The British had imprisoned Jindan, and Duleep was forced to give away the diamond and claims to sovereignty, Smithsonian Magazine recounts.
    Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The Athletic maintains full editorial independence.
    Data Skrive, New York Times, 7 May 2026
  • The Republic of Cuba declared its independence from the United States.
    USA Today, USA Today, 6 May 2026
Noun
  • This visit was very important signal for our partners that Kyiv, much more safety right now, and also very important signal that Great Britain stay together with Ukraine, support Ukraine -- support our country in the fight for our freedom, for our independency.
    ABC News, ABC News, 10 Apr. 2022
  • Yet the careful reader will appreciate the significance of the Puritan Cromwell’s independency.
    Barton Swaim, WSJ, 27 Dec. 2021

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“Liberty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liberty. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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