ungoverned

adjective
UK: /ʌnˈɡʌv.ənd/
US: /ʌnˈɡʌv.ɚnd/

  1. Not controlled by laws or a government; existing without regulation or leadership.

    1. The area was ungoverned and dangerous.
    2. The internet was once an ungoverned space, but now faces increasing regulation.

  2. Not restrained or controlled; acting without any rules or guidance.

    1. His ungoverned anger led to problems.
    2. Her ungoverned enthusiasm made her a difficult but energetic student.

Synonyms

uncontrolled unregulated lawless wild

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "ungoverned" in English means: Not controlled by laws or a government; existing without regulation or leadership., Not restrained or controlled; acting without any rules or guidance..

The phonetic transcription of "ungoverned" is /ʌnˈɡʌv.ənd/ in British English and /ʌnˈɡʌv.ɚnd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "ungoverned": uncontrolled, unregulated, lawless, wild.

Example usage of "ungoverned": "The area was ungoverned and dangerous.". More examples on the page.