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    Uncontrollable

    /ʌn.kənˈtroʊl.ə.bəl/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Not able to be controlled or restrained.
    His uncontrollable laughter during the serious meeting was quite embarrassing.
    Out of control; unable to be managed or directed.
    The fire spread at an uncontrollable rate, consuming everything in its path.
    Describing emotions or feelings that cannot be controlled.
    She felt an uncontrollable urge to cry when she heard the news.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'un-' meaning not and 'controllable' from the verb 'control'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    uncontrollable urge
    A strong impulse that one cannot resist.
    uncontrollable rage
    A level of anger that cannot be kept in check.

    Related Words

    control
    To exercise restraint or direction over something.
    management
    The act of overseeing or directing a process.

    Slang Meanings

    Crazy
    That party was totally uncontrollable!
    Off the rails
    His behavior was off the rails after the news.