Libertarian — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun adjective /ˌli-bər-ˈter-ē-ən/ lib·er·tar·i·an

Meaning & Definition of Libertarian

Libertarian (noun)

  1. an adherent or advocate of libertarianism
  2. a member or supporter of a political party supporting or promoting libertarianism

Libertarian (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in nontotalitarian

    similar: nontotalitarian, representative, democratic, popular, republican, self-governing, self-ruling
    opposite: nondemocratic, undemocratic, autocratic, despotic, dictatorial, monarchal, monarchical, tyrannical

Libertarian (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in libertine

    similar: libertine, immoralist, misbehaver
    opposite: bluenose, moralist, Mrs. Grundy, nice nelly, prude, puritan, wowser (chiefly Australian), moralizer, goody-goody, Goody Two-shoes

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Libertarian

The most common words with a similar meaning to Libertarian:

nontotalitarian, representative, democratic, popular, republican, self-governing, self-ruling, libertine, immoralist, misbehaver

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Libertarian

Words with the opposite meaning of Libertarian:

nondemocratic, undemocratic, autocratic, despotic, dictatorial, monarchal, monarchical, tyrannical, bluenose, moralist, Mrs. Grundy, nice nelly, prude, puritan, wowser, moralizer, goody-goody, Goody Two-shoes

Word Forms of Libertarian

Inflections: libertarians

Derived words: libertarian (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Libertarian

liberty + -arian

First known use: 1789

Words & Phrases Containing Libertarian

anti-libertarian

Frequently Asked Questions about Libertarian

What does "Libertarian" mean?

"Libertarian" means an adherent or advocate of libertarianism. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: an adherent or advocate of libertarianism. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Libertarian"?

Other words for "Libertarian" include nontotalitarian, representative, democratic, popular, republican, self-governing, self-ruling and libertine. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Libertarian" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Libertarian"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Libertarian". Common alternatives include nontotalitarian, representative, democratic, popular, republican, self-governing, self-ruling, libertine, immoralist and misbehaver.

What is the opposite of "Libertarian"?

Antonyms of "Libertarian" include nondemocratic, undemocratic, autocratic, despotic, dictatorial, monarchal, monarchical and tyrannical.

Is "Libertarian" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Libertarian" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Libertarian"?

"Libertarian" is pronounced /ˌli-bər-ˈter-ē-ən/ and divided into syllables as lib·er·tar·i·an.

What is the origin of the word "Libertarian"?

"Libertarian" comes from liberty + -arian. First known use: 1789.

What is another word for "Libertarian" meaning "as in nontotalitarian"?

When "Libertarian" (adjective) means as in nontotalitarian, synonyms include nontotalitarian, representative, democratic, popular, republican and self-governing. Opposites in this sense include nondemocratic, undemocratic, autocratic and despotic.