26984 words

liberty

8 definitions ā€¢ 11 examples
1
the freedom to live as you wish or go where you want:

Examples:

For most citizens, liberty means the freedom to practise their religious or political beliefs.
Hundreds of political prisoners are to be given their liberty (= released from prison).
Of the ten men who escaped this morning from Dartmoor Prison, only two are still at liberty (= free or not yet caught).
2
to be allowed to do something:

Examples:

I'm not at liberty to reveal any names.
3
freedom to live as you wish or go where you want:

Examples:

These laws will restrict our ancient rights and liberties.
4
an example of speech or behaviour that upsets other people because it shows little respect or does not follow what is thought to be polite or acceptable:

Examples:

What a liberty, to refuse the invitation on your behalf, without even asking you!
5
to change something, such as a piece of writing or information, usually in a way that people disagree with:

Examples:

There have been several legal clashes when other artists have taken liberties with the melodies.
6
to be too friendly with someone, usually in a sexual way:

Examples:

Some of the younger women complained that he'd been taking liberties with them.
7
the freedom to live as you wish and go where you want:

Examples:

[ U ] Our group is fighting for independence, liberty, democracy, and peace.
8
Someone who is at liberty to do something has permission to do it:

Examples:

Iā€™m not at liberty to discuss this with you.

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