liberate

Definition

To set free, to make or allow to be free, particularly

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin līberātus, the perfect passive participle of līberō (“to set free, deliver”) (see -ate (verb-forming suffix)), from līber (“free”); see liberal.

Example Sentences

• "Jeeves: Foreign travel often liberates emotions best kept in check, sir. The air of North America is notoriously stimulating in this regard, as witness the regrettable behavior of its inhabitants in 1776. B. Wooster: Hm? What happened in 1776, Jeeves? Jeeves: I prefer not to dwell on it, if it's convenient to you, sir."
• "You need to free your mind and liberate yourself from prejudice."
• "Since the procedure liberates a large amount of chlorine gas, a powerful ventilation system is recommended."

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