Liberal

usgb/ˈlɪbərəl/
adjective

Being open to new ideas and willing to discard traditional values.

He has very liberal views on marriage and divorce.
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  • liberal views
  • liberal policies
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Open-mindedness

Describes someone who accepts new ideas easily and doesn't hold strictly to tradition.

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Her liberal stance made her popular among the youth.
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Not Conservative

Often the opposite of conservative, suggesting a relaxed approach to traditional norms and values.

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His liberal views on education reform were controversial.
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