liberation
2 antonyms and opposites of liberation, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of setting someone or something free, or the state of having been freed.
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How to use liberation
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Etymology
From Middle French libération, from Latin liberatio, "a freeing" — built on liberate plus the noun suffix -ion.
Full origin of liberation →Frequently asked questions
What does “liberation” mean?
The word “liberation” means the act of setting someone or something free, or the state of having been freed. In plain terms, being set free, or the fight to win freedom and equal rights.
How do you pronounce “liberation”?
“Liberation” is pronounced lih-buh-RAY-shuhn (/ˌlɪbəˈɹeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “liberation” in a sentence?
Here is “liberation” used in a sentence: “The liberation of the camp survivors marked the end of the war for them.”
What is another word for “liberation”?
Words with a similar meaning to “liberation” include emancipation and independence.
What is the opposite of “liberation”?
The opposite of “liberation” — its antonyms — are enslavement and oppression.
What part of speech is “liberation”?
“Liberation” is a noun.
Where does the word “liberation” come from?
The word “liberation” comes from Latin. From Middle French libération, from Latin liberatio, "a freeing" — built on liberate plus the noun suffix -ion.
Is “liberation” a common word?
“Liberation” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between liberation and freedom?
Liberation is the act or process of setting someone or something free, while freedom is the state of being free that results. Liberation is the action, whereas freedom is the condition it produces.
What is the difference between liberation and emancipation?
Both mean setting someone free, but emancipation usually refers to being formally or legally freed from a specific restriction such as slavery, while liberation is broader. Liberation can describe freeing people, places, or ideas from any kind of control or oppression.
What is the difference between liberation and independence?
Liberation is the act of being set free from oppression or control, while independence is the state of governing oneself without outside rule. A nation may achieve liberation from an occupying force and then establish its independence.
What are common collocations with liberation?
Liberation appears in phrases such as 'women's liberation,' 'liberation movement,' 'national liberation,' and 'day of liberation.' A 'liberation movement' is an organized effort to free a group from oppression.