liberally
gb/lˈɪbɚəli/ us/lˈɪbɚəli/
B2
Inglês
~ 10000
bőségesen, bőven, tágan, lazán, szabadon, liberálisan
B2
1
Padrão de uso:
to [verb] [something] liberally
Apply the sunscreen liberally to all exposed skin.
Vigye fel bőségesen a naptejet minden szabadon lévő bőrfelületre.
She seasoned the soup liberally with salt and pepper.
Bőségesen ízesítette a levest sóval és borssal.
The charity spends its funds liberally on local projects.
He used emojis liberally throughout his messages.
Sprinkle the cheese liberally over the top of the pasta.
Exemplos para estudantes
Put the cream on your hands liberally.
Kenj bőségesen krémet a kezedre.
She uses sugar liberally in her coffee.
Bőven tesz cukrot a kávéjába.
They gave money liberally to the school.
Paint the wall liberally so the color looks strong.
He sprays perfume liberally before going out.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes think "liberally" always relates to politics because of the word "liberal". In this common meaning, it simply means "a lot" or "in a generous amount" and is often used for things like food, money, or products.
Significado
in a generous or large amount
Colocações
apply liberally
|use liberally
|season liberally
|sprinkle liberally
|spend liberally
|donate liberally
Sinônimos
generously (Very close in meaning; often focuses slightly more on kindness or willingness, while "liberally" more strongly suggests a large amount.)
Antônimos
sparingly (Means using only a small amount, often with care or restraint, which is the opposite of using something liberally.)
Temas
daily life
|food
|money
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Definição
In a way that uses or gives a lot of something.
In a generous or plentiful way, using or giving a large amount of something.
C1
2
Padrão de uso:
to [verb] [something] liberally
The judge interpreted the law liberally to protect the workers.
A bíró tágan értelmezte a törvényt, hogy megvédje a dolgozókat.
The term "friend" is used very liberally on social media.
A „barát” szót nagyon tágan használják a közösségi médiában.
The script was adapted liberally from the original novel.
Some teachers grade liberally, giving students the benefit of the doubt.
He quotes liberally from other authors to support his argument.
Exemplos para estudantes
The coach follows the rules liberally in friendly games.
Az edző barátságos meccseken lazán kezeli a szabályokat.
This movie is based liberally on the true story.
Ez a film meglehetősen szabadon alapul a valós történeten.
They used the word "hero" liberally in the article.
The teacher marked the test liberally and gave many points.
The editor changed the text liberally to make it shorter.
Erro comum:
Learners may confuse this sense with the "in large amounts" meaning. When "liberally" describes how someone interprets or uses rules, words, or texts, it usually means "not strictly" or "broadly", not "a lot".
Significado
in a broad, non-strict way
Colocações
interpret liberally
|use the term liberally
|adapted liberally from
|quote liberally from
|edited liberally
|apply the rule liberally
Sinônimos
loosely (Very close in this context; "loosely" is more common and slightly more informal, while "liberally" can sound a bit more formal or deliberate.)
Antônimos
strictly (Describes following or interpreting rules or words in a very exact way, the opposite of doing so liberally.)
Temas
law
|language
|education
|media
|communication
Definição
In a way that is open and not strict when you read, use, or follow words, rules, or ideas.
In a way that is not strict, exact, or limited, especially when interpreting words, rules, or ideas.
C1
3
liberálisan
C1
Padrão de uso:
to [verb] liberally on [issue]
She tends to vote liberally on education and healthcare issues.
Oktatási és egészségügyi kérdésekben általában liberálisan szavaz.
Many young people today think liberally about marriage and family roles.
Ma sok fiatal liberálisan gondolkodik a házasságról és a családi szerepekről.
The party has governed liberally on social policy while remaining cautious on the economy.
Exemplos para estudantes
He votes liberally in national elections.
Liberálisan szavaz az országos választásokon.
They think liberally about human rights.
Liberálisan gondolkodnak az emberi jogokról.
The new leaders plan to act liberally on social laws.
Young people in the city often speak liberally about change.
Many students discuss problems liberally in their politics club.
Erro comum:
Learners may assume that every use of "liberally" is about politics. It is political only when the context is clearly about political views or social issues; otherwise, it usually means "in a large amount" or "not strictly".
Significado
in a politically liberal way
Colocações
vote liberally
|think liberally
|act liberally on social issues
|govern liberally
Sinônimos
progressively (Suggests support for social progress and reform, very close in political meaning but slightly more focused on change over time.)
Antônimos
conservatively (Describes political views that prefer tradition and slow change, the opposite of politically liberal attitudes.)
Temas
politics
|society
|law
Definição
In a way that shows support for liberal political or social ideas.
In a way that reflects or supports liberal political or social principles, such as social reform, individual rights, and equality.
Gramática
Forma no dicionário
liberally
AFI
GB/lˈɪbɚəli/
US/lˈɪbɚəli/
Sílabas e tonicidade
lib - er - ally (3 sílabas)
Stress on 1st syllable (lib)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: liberally
- Plural: liberallies
Família de palavras
Forms
liberallies
noun
Core family
liberal
adjective B2
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
illiberal
adjective
Advanced or less common
Expressões
apply liberally
1/əplˈaɪ lˈɪbɚəli/
fixed phrase
put on in a thick amount
To put a lot of a product (like cream, lotion, or sauce) on something, so it covers it well.
Exemplos
- After showering, apply liberally to dry areas of the skin.
- For best results, apply liberally to the affected area twice a day.
- Spray the cleaner onto the surface, then apply liberally again if stains remain.
interpret liberally
1/ɪntˈɚpɹət lˈɪbɚəli/
fixed phrase
understand in a broad, loose way
To understand or explain words, rules, or laws in a way that is open and not very strict.
Exemplos
- The court chose to interpret liberally the rights guaranteed in the constitution.
- Teachers are encouraged to interpret liberally the dress code during hot weather.
season liberally
1/sˈizən lˈɪbɚəli/
fixed phrase
add a lot of seasoning
To add a lot of salt, pepper, or other spices to food.
Exemplos
- Season liberally with salt and black pepper before grilling.
- Once the vegetables are soft, season liberally and taste again.