illiberal
/ɪˈlɪbərəl/
adjective
- Opposed to liberal principles; restricting freedom of thought or behavior, especially in political or social matters.
- The government's illiberal policies limited freedom of the press.
- His illiberal views on immigration were criticized by human rights groups.
- Many people protested the illiberal law that banned peaceful assembly.
- Narrow-minded; not tolerant of other people's opinions or ways of life.
- The coach's illiberal comments about the opposing team's traditions caused offense.
- Her illiberal attitude toward different cultures made it hard for her to make friends abroad.
- An illiberal mindset can prevent people from understanding new ideas.
- Not generous; stingy or mean (less common, older sense).
- His illiberal nature meant he rarely shared his resources with others.
- The landlord was illiberal with repairs, leaving the building in poor condition.
- The illiberal donation of just a few dollars did little to help the charity.
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