Emancipated Meaning in English
word · lemma: emancipate
Definition
Describes someone who has been freed from control or restrictions, especially from legal, social, or parental authority.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or academic tone. Commonly used in legal, historical, or social contexts (e.g., 'emancipated minor,' 'emancipated slaves'). Implies freedom gained after restriction. Not usually used to describe everyday small freedoms.
Example Sentences
The young woman was emancipated from her parents at 16.
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Many slaves were emancipated after the war.
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He feels emancipated now that he can make his own decisions.
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After becoming legally emancipated, she started living on her own.
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He spoke about feeling emancipated after finally quitting his restrictive job.
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The documentary highlighted the lives of emancipated youths around the world.
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