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liberty

/ˈlɪb.ə.ti/

/ˈlɪb.ɚ.ti/

Translations

libertynoun

liberties

liberté

The constitution guarantees certain liberties to all citizens.

La constitution garantit certaines libertés à tous les citoyens.

permissionAu sens de congé ou de permission accordé(e) à des militaires.

After months at sea, the crew were finally given liberty in San Diego.

Après des mois en mer, l’équipage a enfin obtenu une permission à San Diego.

Additional translations

latitudeSe dit d’une marge de manœuvre ou d’une liberté d’action.

familiaritéAu sens de manque de correction ou d’entorse aux convenances.

Synonyms

Antonyms

libertyadjective

/ˈlɪb.ə.ti/

/ˈlɪb.ɚ.ti/

Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "liberty ship").

libertaireEmployé comme adjectif de relation, dans un contexte politique ou militant.

The candidate's speech energized liberty activists across the state.

Le discours du candidat a dynamisé les militants libertaires dans tout l’État.

Definitions

libertynoun

The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views.

The constitution guarantees certain liberties to all citizens.

The power or scope to act as one pleases.

He took the liberty of ordering lunch for everyone.

A right or privilege, especially a statutory one.

The new law threatens the liberties of the press.

A breach of etiquette or propriety.

Taking such liberties with a stranger is considered rude.

A period of authorized leave granted to military personnel, especially sailors or marines.

After months at sea, the crew were finally given liberty in San Diego.

libertyadjective

Attributive: connected with, intended to promote, protect, or celebrate liberty; placed before another noun.

The candidate's speech energized liberty activists across the state.