neoliberal

/ˌnioʊˈlɪbərəl/
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Other forms: neoliberals

Definitions of neoliberal
  1. adjective
    having or showing belief in the need for economic growth in addition to traditional liberalistic values
    synonyms:
    liberal
    tolerant of change; not bound by authoritarianism, orthodoxy, or tradition
  2. noun
    a liberal who subscribes to neoliberalism
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    type of:
    liberal, liberalist, progressive
    a person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties
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