English · Culture & Society
freedom
/ˈfriː.dəm/
[/ˈfriː.dəm/]
state of being free
Beginnernoun
Definition
The power or right to act, speak, and think as one wants without unjust restriction. It also means the state of not being imprisoned or enslaved.
Example
After years in prison, he finally tasted freedom and walked slowly into the morning light.
After years in prison, he finally tasted freedom and walked slowly into the morning light.
Etymology
From Old English 'freodom', from 'freo' (free) and the suffix '-dom' (state, condition).
How & Where It’s Used
Common in political speech, everyday life, and discussion of personal rights.