controlled

adjective

con·​trolled kən-ˈtrōld 

1

: restrained

2

: regulated by law with regard to possession and use

controlled drugs

Examples of controlled in a Sentence

Instead of arguing, they talked in a calm, controlled manner.

The test was done under controlled conditions.

The polar bears at the zoo live in a controlled environment.

Recent Examples on the Web

But there’s a catch: These demos are very controlled. —Julius Hietala, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024

The Yankees were far more controlled, ranking twenty fifth in the MLB with 39. —Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024

Some examples include building community structures in parks that incorporate garage-door-style windows that fully enclose the space in case of rain or cold, or altering policies to allow (safe, controlled) outdoor firepits in appropriate situations. —Marissa Conrad, Bon Appétit, 16 Oct. 2024

Aside from the obvious access barriers, for many disabled people, physical exercise needs to be a very controlled and deliberate action requiring careful planning. —Gus Alexiou, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1581, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing controlled

• climate-controlled
• controlled experiment
• controlled substance
• radio-controlled
• remote-controlled

Medical Definition

controlled

adjective

con·​trolled kən-ˈtrōld 

: regulated by law with regard to possession and use

controlled drugs