Freedom

Definition:

The United Nations has a list of 30 Basic Human Rights which define freedom: 

18. Freedom of thought and religion

Everyone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion; this

right includes freedom to change his religion or belief, and freedom, either

alone or in community with others and in public or private, to manifest his

religion or belief in teaching, practice, worship and observance.

19. Freedom of opinion and expression

Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right

includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive

and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of

Frontiers. - 30 Basic Human Rights List Universal Declaration of Human

Rights

The other freedoms discussed in this document prepared by the United Nations include the following: free and equal in dignity and rights, freedom to be treated humanely, right to work and own property, freedom to move, and freedom to assemble.  

“Freedom is the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint, and the absence of a despotic government.” What is Freedom,  Live Science

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Sources: 

Basic Human Rights United Nations

What is Freedom? - Live Science 2012

Resources: 

United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights

What is Freedom? Philosophy Now