adjective
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uncontrolled
Uncontrolled (adjective) means not kept in check or under anyone's control. Example: “The plane went into an uncontrolled spin.”
adjective
1
Not kept in check or under anyone's control.
"The plane went into an uncontrolled spin."
"Uncontrolled spending pushed the company toward bankruptcy."
2
Of a road crossing or intersection: lacking signals, signs, or a crossing guard to manage traffic.
"Pedestrians should take extra care at uncontrolled intersections."
How to use uncontrolled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLeft to run its own course, without anyone or anything managing it.
Common pairings
uncontrolled growth
uncontrolled bleeding
uncontrolled intersection
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more uncontrolled
- Superlative
- most uncontrolled
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The plane went into an _____ spin.
Etymology
From un- + controlled.
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What does “uncontrolled” mean?
The word “uncontrolled” means not kept in check or under anyone's control. In plain terms, left to run its own course, without anyone or anything managing it.
How do you use “uncontrolled” in a sentence?
Here is “uncontrolled” used in a sentence: “The plane went into an uncontrolled spin.”
What part of speech is “uncontrolled”?
“Uncontrolled” is an adjective.
Is “uncontrolled” a common word?
“Uncontrolled” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “uncontrolled” have?
“Uncontrolled” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not kept in check or under anyone's control.
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