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

Due to its open-source, unrestricted, and autonomous operating features, the project quickly spread after its release and has been regarded as one of the most accessible AI agent projects. —CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026

Austin Corbett — both of whom are unrestricted free agents. —Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2026

The Dolphins, who badly needed a quarterback, snagged the one who ESPN’s Adam Schefter said was widely regarded, by NFL teams, as the best among those scheduled to be unrestricted free agents. —Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 10 Mar. 2026

Leonard, Penning and defensive lineman Teair Tart were given extensions before hitting the open market as unrestricted free agents Wednesday. —Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 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