free world

noun

, (often initial capital letters)

1. the nations of the world that function chiefly under democratic and capitalistic systems rather than under totalitarianism or Communism.

Free World

noun

1. the Free World
   the non-Communist countries collectively, esp those that are actively anti-Communist

Other Words From

• free-world adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of free world¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Mr Alaiba says is confident that Moldova is safe "as long as the free world is supporting Ukraine".

From BBC

“I mean, I know a lot about baseball and stuff, but it’s a lot going into running a professional baseball team. I’m pretty sure she’s good with policies and she’s tough on crime, but this is the leader of the free world!”

From Los Angeles Times

He brags about being buddies with communist dictators — including Russian President Vladimir Puti — and we’re going to elect him leader of the Free World?

From Los Angeles Times

Describing this as a "peace through strength approach", he added: "Putin should respect our strength, not have the free world tremble at his threats."

From BBC

“Kamala Harris is monumentally unqualified to be president of the United States and I just couldn’t imagine putting in her hands being the leader of the free world,” said the longtime GOP strategist.

From Los Angeles Times