Liberated
As an Adjective
- Free from restrictions, control, or traditional societal norms.
- Released from oppression, captivity, or limitations.
As a Verb (Past Tense of Liberate)
- To set free from confinement, oppression, or control.
As Other Form
- Liberation (Noun): The act of setting someone or something free.
- Liberator (Noun): A person who frees others from control or oppression.
Word History
The word liberated comes from the Latin liberare, meaning “to set free,” which is derived from liber, meaning “free.” It has been used in English since the 16th century to describe freedom from both physical and ideological constraints.
Examples
- She felt liberated after leaving her toxic job.
- The soldiers liberated the town from enemy control.
- Many movements have fought for the liberation of oppressed communities.
Synonyms
Free, unchained, emancipated, independent, released
Related Words
Freedom, independence, autonomy, relief
Antonyms
Oppressed, confined, restricted, enslaved
