unenslave

/ˌʌnɛnˈsleɪv/

Definitions

1. verb

to free someone from slavery or a state of being enslaved

“The abolitionist movement worked tirelessly to unenslave millions of people worldwide.”

2. verb

to liberate or release someone from a controlling influence

“The therapist helped her unenslave herself from the grip of depression.”

3. noun

the act of freeing someone from slavery or a state of being enslaved

“The unenslavement of the slaves marked a significant milestone in the fight for freedom.”

Synonyms

  • emancipate
  • free
  • liberate

Antonyms

  • enslave
  • ensnare