Libertarianism: meaning, definitions and examples

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libertarianism

 

[ หŒlษชbษ™rหˆtษ›rษชษ™nษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political philosophy

Libertarianism is a political philosophy that emphasizes individual liberty, free markets, and minimal government intervention in both personal and economic matters. It promotes the idea that individuals should have the freedom to make choices without coercion from the state, and that a free society is best served by allowing individuals to pursue their own interests.

Synonyms

anarcho-capitalism, classical liberalism, freedomism

Examples of usage

  • Many advocates of libertarianism argue for reduced government size.
  • Libertarianism often attracts individuals who prioritize personal freedoms.
  • The principles of libertarianism can influence economic policies.

Translations

Translations of the word "libertarianism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น libertarianismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคตเคคเค‚เคคเฅเคฐเคคเคพเคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Libertarismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ libertarianisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปั–ะฑะตั€ั‚ะฐั€ั…ั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ libertarianizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒชใƒใ‚ฟใƒชใ‚ขใƒ‹ใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท libertarianisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ libertarismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท libertaryanizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž์œ ์ง€์ƒ์ฃผ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู„ูŠุจุฑุชุงุฑูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ libertarianismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ libertarianizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‡ช็”ฑๆ„ๅฟ—ไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ libertarianizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ frelsisstefna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะปะธะฑะตั€ั‚ะฐั€ะธะฐะฝะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒšแƒ˜แƒ‘แƒ”แƒ แƒขแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ libertarianizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ libertarismo

Etymology

The term 'libertarianism' first appeared in the 19th century, originating from the Latin word 'libertas', meaning 'freedom'. Initially, it was used in philosophical discussions around freedom and individual rights, but its modern usage gained traction in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. The foundation of libertarian thought can be traced back to classical liberal ideas of the Enlightenment, which emphasized individualism and self-ownership. Influential thinkers like John Locke and John Stuart Mill contributed to the philosophical underpinnings of libertarianism. In the latter half of the 20th century, the growth of libertarian political movements and organizations, such as the Libertarian Party in the U.S., helped to popularize and formalize the doctrine, advocating for policies such as non-interventionism, civil liberties, and economic freedom. Today, libertarianism continues to evolve, addressing contemporary issues while remaining rooted in its core principles of personal liberty and limited government.