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freedom

[/ˈfriːdəm/]
nounfemininepl: liberdades
liberdade
1. The state of being free; the absence of constraints or restrictions
The freedom to choose your own path is important.
A liberdade de escolher seu próprio caminho é importante.
2. Political independence or national autonomy
The country fought for its freedom from colonial rule.
O país lutou pela sua liberdade do domínio colonial.
3. The right to act, speak, or think without external constraint
Freedom of speech is a fundamental right.
A liberdade de expressão é um direito fundamental.
4. Relief from or absence of something burdensome or undesirable
She finally found freedom from her anxieties.
Ela finalmente encontrou liberdade de suas ansiedades.
NYC Slang
freedom/liberty - no specific NYC slang equivalent; standard English usage
Synonyms
libertyindependenceautonomyemancipation
Antonyms
captivityimprisonmentslaveryconstraint

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
liberdade
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
liberdade
May colloquially use 'soltura' in informal contexts
São Paulo
liberdade
Standard usage; also a famous neighborhood name
Portugal
liberdade
Standard usage; 'Avenida da Liberdade' is famous in Lisbon

Related Idioms & Phrases

freedom of the press
freedom fighter
land of the free
break free
set someone free
take liberties
liberdade condicional (conditional freedom/parole)
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