Unfreedom

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈfriːdəm/

Definitions of unfreedom

noun a state of not being free; lack of freedom or liberty

Example Sentences

A1 Unfreedom is the opposite of freedom.

A2 Many people in history have fought against unfreedom.

B1 The government imposed restrictions leading to unfreedom for its citizens.

B2 The novel explores the theme of unfreedom in a dystopian society.

C1 The philosopher discussed the concept of unfreedom in great detail.

C2 The documentary sheds light on the various forms of unfreedom experienced by marginalized communities.

Examples of unfreedom in a Sentence

formal The concept of unfreedom has been a topic of philosophical debate for centuries.

informal Living under unfreedom can feel suffocating and limiting.

slang Being stuck in unfreedom is like being in a never-ending prison.

figurative Embracing unfreedom is like willingly putting chains on your own potential.

Grammatical Forms of unfreedom

• plural: unfreedoms
• comparative: more unfree
• superlative: most unfree
• present tense: is unfree
• future tense: will be unfree
• perfect tense: has been unfree
• continuous tense: is being unfree
• singular: unfreedom
• positive degree: unfree
• infinitive: to unfree
• gerund: unfreeing
• participle: unfreed

Origin and Evolution of unfreedom

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'unfreedom' is believed to have originated from the Old English word 'unfreo', which means not free or lacking freedom.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unfreedom' has come to be used to describe the state of not having freedom or being under a lack of liberty. The word has evolved to encompass various forms of oppression and restriction of personal liberties.