adjective

liberal

liberal, open-minded, generous

She has liberal views on social issues.

She has liberal views on social issues.

He gave a liberal donation to the charity.

He gave a liberal donation to the charity.

This is a liberal interpretation of the rules.

This is a liberal interpretation of the rules.

liberal ((noun)) willing to respect different opinions She has liberal views.

Synonyms: progressive, open-minded, generous; Antonyms: conservative, strict

From Latin 'liberalis' meaning 'noble, generous', which comes from 'liber' meaning 'free'.

Think of 'liberty' (freedom). A 'liberal' person is 'free' in their thinking or 'free' with their money (generous).

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