unhindered

adjective

ˌən-ˈhin-dərd How to pronounce unhindered (audio)
Definition of unhinderednext
as in rampant
showing no signs of being under control in the absence of appropriate oversight, the unhindered deforestation of the region continues

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Recent Examples of unhindered Humanitarian organizations are calling on the South Sudan government and all parties to the 2018 peace agreement meant to end civil war to protect aid workers, investigate attacks and ensure safe and unhindered access to people in need. — ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026 Money laundering and sanctions evasion would continue unhindered. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026 Owned by private equity firm Apollo Global Management, Michaels is unhindered by having to sell Wall Street on the rationale for an acquisition or new strategy. — Phil Wahba, Fortune, 17 July 2026 In the end, Sophia manages to go from building to building in Fromville and, like the Grinch, sneak in unseen and unhindered. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unhindered
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unhindered
  1. rampant
  2. uncontrolled
  3. unbridled
  4. unhampered
Adjective
  • James Tomsheck, the former head of internal affairs for the Border Patrol, who was forced out of his job in 2014, alleged a culture of rampant impunity and corruption, saying that very few agents are willing to publicly voice complaints.
    — Francisco Cantú, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026
  • In higher education, despite the Regents oversight responsibilities, SED has been silent about Cornell University’s mishandling of student gang rape allegations and rampant drug abuse.
    — David Bloomfield, New York Daily News, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of rampant
Adjective
  • Often linked to high blood pressure and heart disease, AFib may also develop in people with obesity, sleep apnea, uncontrolled diabetes, or a family history of AFib.
    — MD Published, Verywell Health, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Their goal should be to pursue transformative opportunities without turning the company into an uncontrolled AI experiment.
    — Jaime Meritt, Forbes.com, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of uncontrolled
Adjective
  • Morgenthau’s personal encounters with power had taught him that its unbridled pursuit led to calamity.
    — David Sacks, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Trump has staked his political capital on the AI industry’s success, saying its unbridled development is key to winning the AI race against China.
    — Garance Burke, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of unbridled
Adjective
  • Global trade is generally free and unhampered by geopolitical rivalry, oceans are safe for travel, and nuclear weapons are limited by agreements on their production and use.
    — Robert Kagan, The Atlantic, 18 Jan. 2026
  • It’s made out of clear acrylic material, so there’s nothing in the way of an unhampered view.
    — Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2024
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“Unhindered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unhindered. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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