- pronunciation:
- fri
d
m
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the condition of being free or freed; liberty.
After years of being forced to work for no pay, the slaves at last gained their freedom.- synonyms:
- liberty
- antonyms:
- slavery
- similar words:
- release
|
| definition 2: |
the state of being free to act or move as one wishes.
The children enjoy the freedom they have to run and scream at recess.- synonyms:
- liberty
- similar words:
- independence
|
| definition 3: |
a specific right.
Freedom of speech is a right enjoyed by all Americans.- synonyms:
- privilege, right
- antonyms:
- restriction
- similar words:
- license
|
| related words: |
abolition, option, privilege |
The word freedom
contains the following part:
-dom
Old English
noun-forming suffix
that means
domain of; state of being
More about this word part:
The suffix -dom
attaches to primarily Old English adjectives and nouns.
Example words: