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Definition or meaning of the English word Liberal
Bestowing in a large and noble way; as a freeman; generous; bounteous; open-handed; as; a liberal giver. (a.).
Not strict or rigorous; not confined or restricted to the literal sense; free; as; a liberal translation of a classic; or a liberal construction of law or of language. (a.).
One who favors greater freedom in political or religious matters; an opponent of the established systems; a reformer; in English politics; a member of the Liberal party; so called. (n.).
Not bound by orthodox tenets or established forms in political or religious philosophy; independent in opinion; not conservative; friendly to great freedom in the constitution or administration of government; having tendency toward democratic or republica (a.).
Free to excess; regardless of law or moral restraint; licentious. (a.).
Bestowed in a large way; hence; more than sufficient; abundant; bountiful; ample; profuse; as; a liberal gift; a liberal discharge of matter or of water. (a.).
Free by birth; hence; befitting a freeman or gentleman; refined; noble; independent; free; not servile or mean; as; a liberal ancestry; a liberal spirit; liberal arts or studies. (a.).
Translations for the English word Liberal
German Translation for the English word Liberal is Liberale (m) Italian Translation for the English word Liberal is liberale[Noun]
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