uncontrolled

adjective

un·​con·​trolled ˌən-kən-ˈtrōld How to pronounce uncontrolled (audio)
: not controlled: such as
a
: happening or done without being stopped, slowed, or controlled
an uncontrolled tantrum
his uncontrolled anger
uncontrolled hypertension
uncontrolled urban sprawl
b
: not conducted or maintained in accordance with fixed rules, restraints, or procedures
results from an uncontrolled study
c
: not regulated by law with regard to possession and use
uncontrolled substances

Examples of uncontrolled in a Sentence

a tirade filled with uncontrolled anger about what the government was doing
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Flu experts said the risk of a broader outbreak among humans will continue to simmer if the virus remains uncontrolled in animals. Evan Bush, NBC News, 22 Oct. 2024 Building standards across the region lack uniformity and are generally subjective and uncontrolled. Farah Nibbs, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2024 The mass and speed involved in physical AI, especially in cluttered and uncontrolled environments creates significant safety challenges. Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024 Because Grok is so open and relatively uncontrolled, the AI assistant has been caught spreading false US election information. Kate O'Flaherty, WIRED, 9 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for uncontrolled 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1535, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of uncontrolled was circa 1535

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“Uncontrolled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uncontrolled. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

uncontrolled

adjective
un·​con·​trolled ˌən-kən-ˈtrōld How to pronounce uncontrolled (audio)
1
: not being under control
uncontrolled hypertension
2
: not incorporating suitable experimental controls
uncontrolled drug trials

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