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illiberal

/ɪˈlɪbərəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does illiberal mean?

adjective

Not tolerant of or respectful towards different opinions or lifestyles; opposed to freedom of thought and expression.

Example

"The government's illiberal policies have sparked widespread protests."

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