laissez

loh-SEH

Definitions

1. noun

A policy or attitude of noninterference; the principle of allowing people or things to develop or exist in their own way without interference or control.

“The government adopted a laissez-faire policy, allowing businesses to operate freely without too much regulation.”

2. verb

To allow or permit something to happen or exist without interference or control.

“The new law will laissez the market dictate the prices of goods and services.”

Synonyms

  • hands-off
  • noninterference

Antonyms

  • control
  • regulation