freely

adverb

free·​ly ˈfrē-lē How to pronounce freely (audio)
Synonyms of freelynext
: in a free manner: such as
a
: of one's own accord
left home freely
b
: with freedom from external control
a freely elected government
c
: without restraint or reservation
spent freely on clothes
d
: without hindrance
a gate swinging freely
e
: not strictly following a model, convention, or rule
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I will freely give my life for my country. the horse broke the halter rope quite freely
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Moczarski, who had once tried to assassinate Stroop, discovered that his cellmate was entirely unrepentant, and willing to discuss his crimes freely. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 27 Aug. 2026 One wild card for inflation has been oil prices, which have been swinging with uncertainty about when the war with Iran will allow oil tankers to freely exit the Persian Gulf again. — Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026 The Athletic previously reported that unfulfilled payments from Victory+ contributed to the league’s decision to end the relationship, according to league sources that spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the deal freely. — Asli Pelit, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026 Last month, Brent zigzagged between $72 and $102 as hopes rose and fell that the United States and Iran could reach a deal that would allow oil tankers to freely exit the Persian Gulf again. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for freely

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of freely was before the 12th century

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“Freely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freely. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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