unbridled
adjective
un·bri·dled
ˌən-ˈbrī-dᵊld 
1
formal + literary
: unrestrained
unbridled enthusiasm
live in an area of unbridled development
2
formal + literary
: not confined by a bridle
Examples of unbridled in a Sentence
The crowd was swept with unbridled enthusiasm.
a case that was solved only because of one detective's unbridled determination to bring the killer to justice
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Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
The result is a daring collection of originals and covers that highlight Flea’s unbridled dedication to both the trumpet and bass, but also his eclectic influences and tastes.
—Lina Lecaro, Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026
There is a certain undeniable rhythm to a baseball season, a long, grinding march that begins with the unbridled optimism of spring and usually ends in the cold, harsh reality of October.
—Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 21 Mar. 2026
But Steve Vai and Joe Satriani continue to draw loyal audiences craving their deep, roller coaster-like dives into unbridled six-string virtuosity.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
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“Unbridled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unbridled. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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unbridled
adjective
un·bri·dled
ˌən-ˈbrīd-ᵊld
: unrestrained, ungoverned
unbridled enthusiasm
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