Liberty (noun)

1. The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions imposed by authority on one's way of life, behavior, or political views.
2. The power or scope to act as one pleases.
3. Freedom from physical restraint.
4. The power of choice.

Origin:

From middle english liberte, from old french liberté, from latin libertās, from liber ("free").

Examples:

1. I fought for my country so that I could have the liberty to live my life as I choose.
2. The Constitution guarantees us certain liberties, such as freedom of speech and religion.
3. He was given his liberty after serving his time in prison.
4. The statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom and democracy.
5. Liberty is the right to do what one wants, so long as it doesn't interfere with the rights of others.