- the state of being or becoming more favorable to progress or reform, as in political or religious affairs: The liberalization of Anglican thought predates the rise of Protestant fundamentalism.
- the act or process of making something, such as laws or regulations, less restrictive, or the state of being or becoming less restrictive:The president has proposed liberalization of the criminal code to allow for a reduction in maximum sentences and the introduction of monetary fines for less severe offenses.The government is updating existing contracts with some foreign companies to favor liberalization and free market competition.
