free spirit
A "free spirit" is someone who values independence and nonconformity, often living life on their own terms without being restricted by societal norms.
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B2General
(informal)A person who lives according to their own rules and desires, valuing personal freedom and spontaneity.
Example
- She's a free spirit who travels the world without a set plan.
- His free spirit nature makes him open to new experiences.
C2Historical
(academic, historical)A member of the Brethren of the Free Spirit, a heretical movement opposing the Catholic Church from the 13th to 15th centuries.
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