Liberal \Lib"er*al\, n. One who favors greater freedom in political or religious matters; an opponent of the established systems.

Liberal adj 1: showing or characterized by broad-mindedness; 2: having political or social views favoring reform and progress 3: tolerant of change; not bound by authoritarianism, orthodoxy, or tradition [antonym: conservative] n 1: a person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties [synonym: progressive] [antonym: conservative]

Liberal adj. Not bound by orthodox tenets or established forms in political or religious philosophy; independent in opinion; not conservative; friendly to great freedom in the constitution or administration of government.