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Synonyms & Similar Words
freeing
emancipating
releasing
unshackling
unleashing
unchaining
loosening
untying
unbinding
setting free
delivering
rescuing
saving
redeeming
extricating
disenthralling
disenchanting
enthusing
exhilarating
invigorating
energizing
motivating
inspiring
empowering
emboldening
heartening
uplifting
stirring
arousing
awakening
animating
revitalizing
rejuvenating
regenerating
renewing
Meaning of Liberating
The primary meaning of "Liberating" is to set someone or something free from a state of oppression, confinement, or restriction.
Definitions
- Making someone or something free from a state of oppression, confinement, or restriction
- * Giving someone or something the power to act or make decisions independently
- * Causing someone to feel a sense of release or freedom from a particular feeling or situation
Etymology of Liberating
The word "Liberating" comes from the Latin "liberare," which means "to set free"
The Latin "liberare" is derived from "liber," which means "free"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of setting someone or something free
Example Uses
- The new policy is liberating for artists, allowing them to express themselves freely
- * The experience of traveling alone was liberating for her, as she was able to make her own decisions and create her own schedule
- * The discovery of the new technology was liberating for the company, as it allowed them to produce goods more efficiently and effectively
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
confining
restricting
limiting
restraining
shackling
chaining
binding
tying
imprisoning
incarcerating
detaining
holding
keeping
confining
oppressing
suppressing
subjugating
enslaving
captivating
enthralling
mesmerizing
hypnotizing
controlling
dominating
commanding
dictating