uncontrolled

CEFRB1

/ˌʌnkəˈntroʊld/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Not controlled, managed, or limited.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Lacking the usual traffic control devices, such as traffic lights, pedestrian signals, pavement markings, traffic signs, or a crossing guard.

Examples

  • Americans appear unsettled and uncontrolled to Japanese.

  • An uncontrolled life leads to misery.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Not controlled; not under control.

More examples

In context

  • uncontrolled crossing

  • uncontrolled intersection

  • Into the gnarled uncontrolled hand swaying over the bunk the dog laid his paw.

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Origin

adjective

From un- + controlled.