Liberate Definition

liberate
verb
  1. give equal rights to; of women and minorities
  2. grant freedom to; free from confinement
  3. grant freedom to; "The students liberated their slaves upon graduating from the university"
  4. release (gas or energy) as a result of a chemical reaction or physical decomposition

"Liberate" in song lyrics

See how liberate is used in real songs:

  • "so I flip it like slaves come with whips and chains, we gotta liberate"
    Blu & Exile — First Things First
  • "disturbed liberate"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "liberate"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "liberate" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for liberate to find words that pair well.

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