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Definitions

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

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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

Authorities have blamed the scale of devastation partly on uncontrolled logging, and have revoked forestry permits in the disaster's wake.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

"These ancient bacteria are essential for science and medicine," Purcarea concluded, "but careful handling and safety measures in the lab are essential to mitigate the risk of uncontrolled spread."

From Science Daily • Feb. 21, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

Stories of uncontrolled mine fires are legion in eastern Pennsylvania.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson