Libertario (en. Libertarian)

/li.βeɾˈta.ɾjo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Advocate of personal and political freedom.
The libertarian promotes the freedom of choice in all aspects of life.
El libertario promueve la libertad de elección en todos los aspectos de la vida.
Member of a political movement that favors economic freedom.
Libertarians advocate for the elimination of state regulations.
Los libertarios abogan por la eliminación de regulaciones estatales.

Etymology

From the Latin 'libertarius', meaning 'relating to freedom'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

individual freedom
The right of each person to act according to their own judgment.
libertad individual
free economy
An economic system where prices are determined by supply and demand.
economía libre
personal autonomy
The ability of an individual to make decisions about their own life.
autonomía personal

Related Words

freedom
State of being free, particularly from restrictions or oppressions.
libertad
autonomy
Ability to govern oneself.
autonomía
individualism
Doctrine that values the independence and autonomy of the individual.
individualismo

Slang Meanings

Someone who rejects any form of oppression.
That guy is a hardcore libertarian; he believes the government shouldn't intervene in our affairs.
Ese tipo es un libertario a rajatabla, cree que el gobierno no debería intervenir en nuestros asuntos.
A person who values freedom above all.
My friend is so libertarian that he doesn't accept any rules in his everyday life.
Mi amigo es tan libertario que no acepta ninguna regla en su vida cotidiana.