Word
libertarianism
Phoneticslib·er·tar·i·an·ism
UK/lˌɪbətˈeəɹiənˌɪzəm/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the belief that people should be as free as possible from government control, especially in business and daily life.
n. a political philosophy prioritising individual liberty and minimal state intervention in personal life and markets. Frequently contrasted with authoritarianism and with state-centred forms of liberalism and socialism.
Examples
“Libertarianism supports less government and more personal freedom.”
“She leans toward libertarianism because she wants lower taxes and fewer rules for small businesses.”
“Modern libertarianism draws on classical liberal thought to argue that free markets and civil liberties best protect individual autonomy, even when collective action might solve shared problems faster.”
Examples
simple
“Libertarianism supports less government and more personal freedom.”
contextual
“She leans toward libertarianism because she wants lower taxes and fewer rules for small businesses.”
complex
“Modern libertarianism draws on classical liberal thought to argue that free markets and civil liberties best protect individual autonomy, even when collective action might solve shared problems faster.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “libertarianism” in context.
Verb
01. embrace libertarianism
“Many young entrepreneurs have embraced libertarianism in recent years.”
verb + noun
02. espouse libertarianism
“The candidate openly espouses libertarianism on economic and social issues.”
verb + noun
03. libertarianism advocates
“Libertarianism advocates minimal government and maximum personal responsibility.”
noun + verb
04. libertarianism emphasizes
“Libertarianism emphasizes voluntary exchange over state regulation.”
noun + verb
05. libertarianism opposes
“Libertarianism opposes high taxes and extensive welfare programmes.”
noun + verb
Adjective
06. free-market libertarianism
“He defends free-market libertarianism that opposes state intervention in business.”
adj + noun
07. left-wing libertarianism
“Left-wing libertarianism combines personal freedom with concern for equality.”
adj + noun
08. modern libertarianism
“Modern libertarianism has gained influence through online debates and think tanks.”
adj + noun
Noun
09. appeal of libertarianism
“The appeal of libertarianism is strongest among small business owners.”
noun + prep + noun
10. form of libertarianism
“This strict form of libertarianism leaves almost no role for the state.”
noun + prep + noun
11. a staunch advocate of libertarianism
“She is a staunch advocate of libertarianism and deregulation.”
12. embrace strict libertarianism
“The movement embraces strict libertarianism on trade and taxation.”
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Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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