adjective
uncontrolled
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
Word Forms
more uncontrolled comparative, most uncontrolled superlative
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Etymology
From un- + controlled.