Definition

To set someone or something free from control, oppression, or confinement.

Example

The activists worked hard to liberate the prisoners from unjust detention.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard they want to liberate the town's park from developers.

Really? That's awesome! It's such a beautiful place.

Yeah, I hope they can actually pull it off and keep it green.

Me too! We need more spaces like that for everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Liberate → It is formed from "liber" (meaning free) and "-ate" (a suffix used to form verbs). The word "liberate" means to make someone free or to set free.

Memory Tip

Think of 'free' ('liber') and remember that to 'liberate' means to make someone free.

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