liberalism

Noun

Singular liberalism

Plural liberalisms

1. (countable & uncountable) Liberalism is a political philosophy which believes in self-autonomy, equality and acceptance of new trends. The ideology of liberalism promotes equality between the genders, sexual orientations, socioeconomic classes and the market economy.

   The advance of liberalism in society began to erode traditional and conservative practises.

See also

• traditional