illiberally

/ɪˈlɪbərəli/
adverb
  1. In a way that is illiberal; with narrow-mindedness or intolerance.
    • The school treated students illiberally, punishing them for expressing different opinions.
    • The government acted illiberally by banning peaceful protests.
    • He spoke illiberally about people from other countries, showing his prejudice.
  2. In an ungenerous or stingy manner (less common, older sense).
    • The wealthy donor gave illiberally, offering only a small fraction of what was needed.
    • She lived illiberally, never spending money on anything beyond bare necessities.
    • The company rewarded its employees illiberally, with tiny bonuses despite huge profits.
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