uncontrolled

adjective
UK: /ˌʌnkənˈtroʊld/
US: /ˌʌnkənˈtroʊld/

  1. Not limited or managed; out of control.

    1. The fire was uncontrolled and spread quickly.
    2. His uncontrolled anger led to many problems at work and at home.

  2. Not restrained or directed; free to move or act as one wishes.

    1. The kids ran around uncontrolled in the yard.
    2. She has uncontrolled access to company resources, which is a security risk.

  3. Lacking regulation or oversight.

    1. The uncontrolled market led to unfair practices.
    2. Uncontrolled development near the coast is damaging the environment.

Synonyms

unchecked wild unregulated rampant unrestrained

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "uncontrolled" in English means: Not limited or managed; out of control., Not restrained or directed; free to move or act as one wishes., Lacking regulation or oversight..

The phonetic transcription of "uncontrolled" is /ˌʌnkənˈtroʊld/ in British English and /ˌʌnkənˈtroʊld/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "uncontrolled": unchecked, wild, unregulated, rampant, unrestrained.

Example usage of "uncontrolled": "The fire was uncontrolled and spread quickly.". More examples on the page.