Emancipation Meaning, Definitions, Synonyms & Antonyms

Emancipation [ih-man-suh-pey-shuhn]

NOUN

The fact or process of being set free from legal, social, or political restrictions; liberation.

Example

“It is vital to look forward to social and religious emancipation of women.”

“Emancipation of basic rights cannot be appreciated.”

Synonyms

Freeing, Liberation, Liberating, Release, Discharge

Antonyms

Enslavement, Slavery, Subjugation, Suppression