Liberally: meaning, definitions and examples

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liberally

 

[ ˈlɪb(ə)rəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

use generously

In a way that is generous or extensive; in large amounts.

Synonyms

abundantly, generously, lavishly

Examples of usage

  • She sprinkled sugar liberally over the strawberries.
  • The author has liberally peppered his writing with historical references.
Context #2 | Adverb

freely

In a way that is not restricted; freely.

Synonyms

freely, openly, unrestrainedly

Examples of usage

  • The children were allowed to play liberally in the park.
  • The artist painted liberally, without constraints.

Translations

Translations of the word "liberally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 liberalmente

🇮🇳 उदारतापूर्वक

🇩🇪 liberal

🇮🇩 dengan liberal

🇺🇦 ліберально

🇵🇱 liberalnie

🇯🇵 自由に (じゆうに)

🇫🇷 libéralement

🇪🇸 liberalmente

🇹🇷 liberal bir şekilde

🇰🇷 자유롭게

🇸🇦 بشكل ليبرالي

🇨🇿 liberálně

🇸🇰 liberálne

🇨🇳 自由地 (zìyóu de)

🇸🇮 liberalno

🇮🇸 frjálslega

🇰🇿 либералды түрде

🇬🇪 ლიბერალურად

🇦🇿 liberal olaraq

🇲🇽 liberalmente

Etymology

The word 'liberally' derives from the Latin word 'liberalis', meaning 'suitable for a freeman' or 'generous'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century, originally in the context of generosity and freedom. Over time, its usage has expanded to include concepts of abundance and lack of restrictions.

See also: liberalism, liberality, liberalization.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,446, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.