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    Uncontrolled

    /ʌn.kənˈtroʊld/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Not restrained or regulated; lacking control.
    The wildfire spread in an uncontrolled manner, devastating the forest.
    Unrestrained in action or emotion; impulsive.
    Her laughter was uncontrolled, filling the room with joy.
    Not managed or overseen; chaotic.
    The situation at the party became uncontrolled as guests began to fight.
    Lacking oversight or supervision.
    The uncontrolled population growth is a cause for concern among environmentalists.

    Etymology

    The word 'uncontrolled' is formed from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'controlled' from the verb 'control', which comes from Latin 'contrarotulus'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    uncontrolled growth
    Rapid and excessive increase, often without regulation.
    uncontrolled emotions
    Feelings that are not managed or moderated.
    uncontrolled laughter
    Laughter that is spontaneous and not held back.

    Related Words

    control
    The power to influence or direct behavior or the course of events.
    restrained
    Prevented from doing something; held back.
    chaos
    Complete disorder and confusion.

    Slang Meanings

    Going off the rails.
    After the breakup, he was really going off the rails; totally uncontrolled.
    WILD.
    That party was WILD; everything was uncontrolled!