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

This, if gone unchecked or unaccounted for, can lead to a lack of execution, less command in the strike zone and a higher walk rate because of it. —Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 6 Feb. 2026

Presidents should never have the unchecked power to initiate military action, whether in our country or another one. —Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 6 Feb. 2026

The burgeoning demand has caused breaches in stadium security, with guides flagging instances of tour participants entering the top deck with backpacks and even rolling suitcases going unchecked. —Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026

When costs rise unchecked, families reconsider staying. —Carol Platt Liebau, Hartford Courant, 5 Feb. 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