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

Without timely prenatal care, women go without screenings for hypertension, which, left unchecked, can lead to preeclampsia, a life-threatening condition for mom and baby. —Mary C. Mayhew, Sun Sentinel, 4 June 2026

Despite the stellar A-list roster, the podcast series has not achieved high ratings over its first year, but Obama and Robinson’s enthusiasm for the project appears to be unchecked. —Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 June 2026

Don’t wait for AI to be perfect, and don’t give it unchecked authority. —Brian Solis, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026

But the primary reason aggregate demand’s way too high is excessive levels of government spending that if left unchecked, could lead to even higher rates than the peak numbers that just unleashed such a jolt. —Shawn Tully, Fortune, 30 May 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