unbridled

adjective

un·​bri·​dled ˌən-ˈbrī-dᵊld How to pronounce unbridled (audio)
1
: unrestrained
unbridled enthusiasm
2
: not confined by a bridle

Examples of unbridled in a Sentence

The crowd was swept with unbridled enthusiasm. a case that was solved only because of one detective's unbridled determination to bring the killer to justice
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In auditoriums and convention centers, businesspeople, educators, salespeople, and homemakers gathered to hear speakers such as Norman Vincent Peale, Zig Ziglar, and Art Linkletter, among others, extol the virtues of positive thinking, unbridled optimism, and hard work. Robert B. Tucker, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025 Catching and defining the Zeitgeist is all a result of the next steps from the talent factories of the stand-up boom, SNL, and the Lampoon leading to unbridled creativity for the likes of John Hughes, Chevy Chase, Eddie Murphy, Steve Martin, and John Candy. Brian Boone, Vulture, 18 June 2025 Her governments funded unbridled state spending by printing money, bringing Argentina notoriety for major budget deficits and sky-high inflation. Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2025 People clap, shout the lyrics, and perform dance moves with unbridled gusto. Katie Marie Davies, Christian Science Monitor, 11 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for unbridled

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of unbridled was in the 14th century

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“Unbridled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unbridled. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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unbridled

adjective
un·​bri·​dled ˌən-ˈbrīd-ᵊld How to pronounce unbridled (audio)
: unrestrained, ungoverned
unbridled enthusiasm

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