liberalization (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌlɪbərəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

Definition

The process of making laws, policies, or attitudes less strict or more open to new ideas, especially in economics or politics.

Examples

• The economic liberalization of the country led to increased foreign investment.

• There is a growing debate about the liberalization of drug laws.

• The government announced a new phase of liberalization in the telecommunications sector.

How to Use liberalization

liberalization of (prepositional phrase)

Indicating what is being made less strict or more open. — "The liberalization of trade policies was a key goal."

Synonyms of liberalization

Words with a similar meaning to liberalization:

• loosening
• deregulation
• emancipation
• openness

Antonyms of liberalization

Words with the opposite meaning to liberalization:

• restriction
• regulation
• protectionism

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