A liberdade
Example: A liberdade de expressão é essencial para a democracia.
Definition
"A liberdade" refers to the state or condition of being free from restrictions or control, allowing individuals to act, speak, or think without undue restraint. It is fundamental to personal rights and democracy, as illustrated by the phrase 'A liberdade de expressão é essencial para a democracia.'
Etymology
The term "a liberdade" comes from the Latin word 'libertas,' meaning freedom or liberty. Over time, it evolved through Old Portuguese into modern Portuguese as 'liberdade,' maintaining its core meaning of freedom. Did you know that 'liberdade' shares roots with the English word 'liberty'?
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