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uncontrolled

ADJECTIVE
unrestrained
Synonyms
STRONGEST
unchecked undisciplined
WEAK
abandoned independent unbounded unconstrained ungoverned uninhibited unsuppressed wild
Antonyms
WEAK
calm controlled disciplined restrained
ADJECTIVE
not controlled
Synonyms
STRONGEST
rampant unbridled unchecked uncontrollable unrestrained
WEAK
disobedient incontinent irrepressible stubborn unbounded ungoverned
Antonyms
STRONGEST
checked controlled restrained
WEAK
calm disciplined

Example Sentences

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In nearly half of these cases, the condition is either uncontrolled or does not respond well to treatment.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

This uncontrolled growth leads to inflammation, scarring, and a much higher likelihood of developing liver cancer.

From Science Daily • Mar. 23, 2026

Raymond Barlow, from the council's building standards team, told BBC Scotland News that it was not possible to demolish the facade with a machine as it would cause an uncontrolled collapse.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

Since then, he’s suffered from bouts of uncontrolled sobbing and relentless nightmares.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

I knew he was justifiably angry, considering how stupid I’d been to launch our uncontrolled missiles so close to the mine.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam