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liberally
[ lib-er-uh-lee, lib-ruh-lee ]
adverb
- in a way that is favorable to progress or reform, or that reflects the views of a political party advocating this:
He voted a lot more liberally than he campaigned, which may have had something to do with his reelection loss.
- in a way that is not bound by traditional or conventional ideas or values, especially prejudice or bigotry:
Our goal is to be an intentionally open, intellectual, and liberally inclusive community.
- in large amounts; generously; abundantly:
Sprinkle liberally with paprika, sea salt, and chili oil.
- in a way that is not strict, literal, or rigorous:
This charter shall be liberally and broadly construed in favor of allowing the city to exercise its power.
The story was liberally adapted from a popular Chinese folk tale.
- in the liberal arts:
What does it mean to be liberally educated in 21st-century America?
Other Words From
- an·ti·lib·er·al·ly adverb
- half-lib·er·al·ly adverb
- non·lib·er·al·ly adverb
- o·ver·lib·er·al·ly adverb
- pre·lib·er·al·ly adverb
- pseu·do·lib·er·al·ly adverb
- qua·si-lib·er·al·ly adverb
- sem·i·lib·er·al·ly adverb
- un·lib·er·al·ly adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of liberally1
Example Sentences
Past presidents have employed this method liberally, often as a way of circumventing political divides that would slow nominations.
They’ve got all these artists that quite liberally fit into the concept of L.A.
On paper, all sales were for medicinal purposes only, but the streets of tourist hubs — like the party island of Koh Phangan and Bangkok’s Khaosan Road — were liberally lined with dispensaries proudly proclaiming themselves with large, green, neon signs.
Place 2 slices of the mozzarella on top of each chicken piece and liberally sprinkle the Parmigiano Reggiano over the mozzarella.
She did her best, dropping the Sarah Palin-associated phrase "mama bear" liberally throughout her speech.
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