LIBERALLY Definition & Meaning

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liberally

[ lib-er-uh-lee, lib-ruh-lee ]

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in a way that is favorable to progress or reform, or that reflects the views of a political party advocating this:
He voted a lot more liberally than he campaigned, which may have had something to do with his reelection loss.
in a way that is not bound by traditional or conventional ideas or values, especially prejudice or bigotry:
Our goal is to be an intentionally open, intellectual, and liberally inclusive community.
in large amounts; generously; abundantly:
Sprinkle liberally with paprika, sea salt, and chili oil.
in a way that is not strict, literal, or rigorous:
This charter shall be liberally and broadly construed in favor of allowing the city to exercise its power.
The story was liberally adapted from a popular Chinese folk tale.
in the liberal arts:
What does it mean to be liberally educated in 21st-century America?

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Though he played basketball in high school, Kenny liberally supplemented his knowledge of the game in hopes of accelerating Skyy’s early growth.

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Joyce uses the word “we” liberally when talking about JJU, because the compound was all about the benefits of togetherness.

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The former of those charges could result in the death penalty, a punishment the incoming Trump administration is expected to use liberally.

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Past presidents have employed this method liberally, often as a way of circumventing political divides that would slow nominations.

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Place 2 slices of the mozzarella on top of each chicken piece and liberally sprinkle the Parmigiano Reggiano over the mozzarella.

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