liberally
gb/lˈɪbɚəli/ us/lˈɪbɚəli/
B2
Engleză
~ 10000
bőségesen, bőven, tágan, lazán, szabadon, liberálisan
B2
1
Tipar de utilizare:
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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
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.
Greșeală frecventă:
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.
Sens
in a generous or large amount
Colocații
apply liberally
|use liberally
|season liberally
|sprinkle liberally
|spend liberally
|donate liberally
Sinonime
generously (Very close in meaning; often focuses slightly more on kindness or willingness, while "liberally" more strongly suggests a large amount.)
Antonime
sparingly (Means using only a small amount, often with care or restraint, which is the opposite of using something liberally.)
Teme
daily life
|food
|money
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Definiție
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
Tipar de utilizare:
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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
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.
Greșeală frecventă:
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".
Sens
in a broad, non-strict way
Colocații
interpret liberally
|use the term liberally
|adapted liberally from
|quote liberally from
|edited liberally
|apply the rule liberally
Sinonime
loosely (Very close in this context; "loosely" is more common and slightly more informal, while "liberally" can sound a bit more formal or deliberate.)
Antonime
strictly (Describes following or interpreting rules or words in a very exact way, the opposite of doing so liberally.)
Teme
law
|language
|education
|media
|communication
Definiție
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
Tipar de utilizare:
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.
Exemple pentru cursanți
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.
Greșeală frecventă:
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".
Sens
in a politically liberal way
Colocații
vote liberally
|think liberally
|act liberally on social issues
|govern liberally
Sinonime
progressively (Suggests support for social progress and reform, very close in political meaning but slightly more focused on change over time.)
Antonime
conservatively (Describes political views that prefer tradition and slow change, the opposite of politically liberal attitudes.)
Teme
politics
|society
|law
Definiție
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.
Gramatică
Forma de dicționar
liberally
IPA
GB/lˈɪbɚəli/
US/lˈɪbɚəli/
Silabe și accent
lib - er - ally (3 silabe)
Stress on 1st syllable (lib)
Forme ale cuvântului
Noun
- Base: liberally
- Plural: liberallies
Familie de cuvinte
Forms
liberallies
noun
Core family
liberal
adjective B2
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
illiberal
adjective
Advanced or less common
Expresii
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.
Exemple
- 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.
Exemple
- 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.
Exemple
- Season liberally with salt and black pepper before grilling.
- Once the vegetables are soft, season liberally and taste again.