unrestricted

adjective

un·​re·​strict·​ed ˌən-ri-ˈstrik-təd 

: not having limits : not subject to restriction : not restricted

unrestricted areas

an unrestricted discussion

Synonyms of unrestricted

• public
• open

Examples of unrestricted in a Sentence

it's an unrestricted marathon—anyone can run in it

the author of the book has an unrestricted view of what qualifies as "art"

an unrestricted license to operate a motor vehicle

Recent Examples on the Web

Hayes and Thornton were two of four unrestricted free agents the Valkyries had going into the offseason. —Laurence Miedema, Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2026

The deal does mean that Collier will be an unrestricted free agent and unable to be given a core qualifying offer in 2027. —Staff, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026

Meanwhile, Moe Wagner, Jevon Carter and Jett Howard are set to become unrestricted free agents this summer. —Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2026

John Collins exercised his player option heading into this season and is now an unrestricted free agent, who is expected to attract several offers. —Janis Carr, Oc Register, 16 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1750, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unrestricted

• contradicted
• interdicted
• addicted
• afflicted
• conflicted
• constricted
• convicted
• depicted
• evicted
• inflicted
• predicted
• restricted