freedom
Translation
freedom, liberty, independence
Examples
Freedom of speech is a basic right.
Freedom of speech is a basic right.
The prisoners finally won their freedom.
The prisoners finally won their freedom.
You have the freedom to choose.
You have the freedom to choose.
Grammar Patterns
freedom ((of sth.)) the right to have or do (sth.) Freedom of speech is a basic right.
freedom ((to-inf)) the power or right to do (sth.) You have the freedom to choose.
Similar Words
Synonyms: liberty, independence; Antonyms: captivity, restriction
Etymology
From Old English 'frēodōm', from 'frēo' (free) + '-dōm' (a suffix indicating state or condition).
Memory Tips
It's the word 'free' combined with the suffix '-dom', which means a state of being, like in 'kingdom' or 'wisdom'.