unchecked

adjective

un·​checked ˌən-ˈchekt 

: not checked: such as

a

: not hindered, slowed, or restrained

unchecked growth

b

: not verified

unchecked data/information

Synonyms of unchecked

• rampant
• uncontrolled

Examples of unchecked in a Sentence

unchecked corruption in the state's prison system

Recent Examples on the Web

Even within the same species, unchecked inbreeding has harmed genetic diversity and overall health, experts say. — Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 25 July 2026

Indeed, her habit for practicing unchecked and desperate performance in everyday life leads to destruction, further destitution, and even death. — Literary Hub, 24 July 2026

Leaders focus on hackers but forget that bad rules, outdated data or unchecked AI can quietly deny permits, misroute services or flag residents unfairly. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

On Thursday, Google became the third tech giant slapped with massive Digital Markets Act (DMA) fines, ordered to pay more than $1 billion for two serious violations that the European Commission (EC) found went unchecked for way too long. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 23 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unchecked

• architect
• circumspect
• deselect
• dialect
• disconnect
• disinfect
• disrespect
• incorrect
• indirect
• intellect
• interject
• intersect