UNCONTROLLED Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

uncontrolled

adjective

ˌən-kən-ˈtrōld

Definition of uncontrolled

as in rampant

showing no signs of being under control a tirade filled with uncontrolled anger about what the government was doing

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Recent Examples of uncontrolled While adding a tiny amount of salt to your coffee is generally safe, people on a low-salt diet or those with uncontrolled high blood pressure should consult a healthcare provider to see if this is a wise choice for them. — Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 6 Aug. 2026 Following the incident, several European countries issued a joint letter calling for a coordinated response in order to prevent further uncontrolled crossings, according to the AP and Al Jazeera. — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026 OpenAI disclosed that test versions of its AI models slipped their offline confines, accessed the internet and hacked into rival startup Hugging Face, triggering alarm over uncontrolled, rule-breaking machines. — Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 Because shark teeth can easily tear through major arteries, veins and tendons, uncontrolled blood loss is the biggest immediate threat. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for uncontrolled

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Adjective

For many young women, the long-standing American tradition of earning badges through community outreach activities and, yes, rampant cookie selling is the first step in a life devoted to public service.

— Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 7 Aug. 2026
The threats came amid rampant speculation and scrutiny of the investigation, deepened in part by uncertainty surrounding Wells’ final hours, distrust of law enforcement and the state’s long history of racist violence.

— Josh Kelety, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of rampant

Adjective

Instead of the runaway win for El-Sayed, the race turned out to be a nail-biter whose outcome couldn’t be determined until the morning after election night.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026
Ohtani was considered the runaway MVP favorite early in the year, while his pitching performance also put him in the Cy Young conversation.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026