Liberal synonyms
lĭb'ər-əl, lĭb'rəl
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Part of speech:
Refined, cultured, particularly civilized.
Of or having to do with a person, movement, etc. thought of as being modern or advanced, as in ideas, methods, etc.
A supporter of such a party or movement.
Not selfish; selfless; generous; altruistic.
Of, relating to, directed toward, or located on the left side.
An advocate or supporter of socialism
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Considered to be over-sympathetic to the supposed plight of the underprivileged or exploited.
Not dogmatic.
Just and honest; impartial; unprejudiced; specif., free from discrimination based on race, religion, sex, etc.
(Slang) Excellent; wonderful.
Receiving or ready to receive male gametes or nuclei during sexual reproduction:
Advocating reform of an institution or body.
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illiberal (antonym)
(Archaic) Ungenerous, mean, or stingy.
A disk set off center on a shaft and revolving inside a strap that is attached to one end of a rod, thereby converting the circular motion of the shaft into back-and-forth motion of the rod
A person who plays the position of left wing.
agitator (related)
An implement for shaking or mixing.
prejudiced (antonym)
Having prejudices.
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Having a disposition to do good.
The definition of tolerant is a person who understands and accepts the different ideals and beliefs of others.
Alternative spelling of open-minded.
Ahead of the times; progressive:
Exceedingly wise
ungenerous (antonym)
Not generous; stingy; mean
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politics (related)
(Countable) One's political stands and opinions.
(Politics) supporting political reform to make society more egalitarian, secular, and/or democratic
Of or pertaining to liberalism
Lacking in rigor, strictness, or firmness.
The definition of avant garde is new and innovative in style or method, usually describing something in the arts.
left-of-center
Open-minded or progressive
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narrow-minded (antonym)
Lacking tolerance, breadth of view, or sympathy; petty.
Showing compassion.
broad-gauge
(Informal) Having a wide scope:
Holding or expressing broad or tolerant views, especially in religious matters.
unbigoted
Not bigoted.
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Not adhering to convention or accepted standards
Open-minded or progressive
Highly moral, especially in showing kindness or forgiveness, as in overlooking insults or not seeking revenge.
Of or characteristic of an idealist
Immoderate in giving or bestowing; unstinting:
The definition of indulgent is someone who is lenient or who gives into whims and desires.
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Breaking with convention or tradition; not orthodox.
Bestowing or bestowed liberally:
The definition of dispassionate is someone who is calm, not influenced by emotions or without bias.
Having an abundance of something; abounding:
generous (related)
Having qualities attributed to people of noble birth; noble-minded; gracious; magnanimous
Existing in, characterized by, or producing abundance:
The definition of generosity is the quality of being willing to share.
Strikingly regional or dialectal:
attitude (related)
Not narrow or conservative in thought, expression, or conduct
wide (related)
Roomy; ample; loose; full
give (related)
Characterized by bounteous giving
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broadminded
Open-minded or progressive
The definition of impartial is not favoring one side or opinion more than another.
The definition of disinterested is a person who is unbiased or indifferent.
Having the faculty of reason; endued with reason; rational.
A Confederate soldier in the Civil War
A revolutionary is defined as a person who supports political or social change.
A student of human nature and human affairs
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Someone who does as they wish, unconstrained to external influences
conservative (antonym)
Traditional or restrained in style:
kind (related)
Affectionate, showing benevolence.
lenient (related)
Inclined not to be harsh or strict; merciful or indulgent:
plentiful (related)
Providing or producing an abundance:
Tolerant of opinions and behavior that are unconventional or that differ from one's own; not bigoted; liberal
Allowing freedom; esp., tolerant of behavior or practices generally disapproved of by others; indulgent; lenient
Without bias or prejudice; objective; impartial
The definition of munificent is a very generous person, or a person or a gift that is more generous than necessary.
Free of prejudice; receptive to new ideas and arguments:
Of or pertaining to philanthropy; characterized by philanthropy; loving or helping mankind; as, a philanthropic enterprise.
Worthy of a prince; magnificent; lavish
The definition of prodigal is spending money carelessly and foolishly.
copiosity
The act or service of welcoming, receiving, hosting, or entertaining guests
The property of being liberal; generosity; charity.
(Obsolete) Means of defence; fortification.
A person who loves mankind (the human race) in general.
Something, such as an activity or institution, intended to promote human welfare.
Alternative form of young Turk.
bigoced (antonym)
abundant, profuse
limited (antonym)
The definition of limited is something or someone with boundaries or restrictions.
narrow (antonym)
Limited in area or scope; cramped.
stingy (antonym)
Stinging or capable of stinging
lacking (antonym)
abundant, profuse
wanting (antonym)
Absent; lacking:
poor (antonym)
The definition of poor is having little money or belongings, or lacking something.
strict (antonym)
Narrow
greedy (antonym)
Having or showing a desire to eat or drink in large or excessive amounts.
thrifty (antonym)
Secured by thrift; well husbanded.
economical (antonym)
mean (antonym)
Tending toward or characterized by cruelty or violence:
Of great significance; momentous:
Liberal in one's views; broad-minded
Moving freely or excessively
Quick to give or forgive; generous or magnanimous
Large in amount or measure; generous or considerable:
tory (related)
social (related)
Labour/Liberal (related)
right-wing (related)
conservative-party (related)
left-leaning (related)
whig (related)
republicans (related)
left-of-centre (related)
conservative-liberal (related)
Of large or great size, amount, extent, or capacity:
Of the Roman Catholic church in particular.
The definition of charitable is being kind, forgiving and generous and helping those in need.
Large in quantity; abundant:
Favorable to growth and development; agreeable:
Of, relating to, or resembling messianism (Messianism).
Not constrained, not restrained, or not confined.
Synonym Study
- Left , originally referring to the position in legislatures of the seats occupied by parties holding such views, implies political liberalism or radicalism
- Radical implies a favoring of fundamental or extreme change, specifically of the social structure
- Advanced specifically implies being ahead of the times, as in science, the arts, or philosophy
- Progressive , a relative term opposed to reactionary or conservative, is applied to persons favoring progress and reform in politics, education, etc. and connotes an inclination to more direct action than liberal
- Liberal implies tolerance of others' views as well as open-mindedness to ideas that challenge tradition, established institutions, etc.
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