UNHINDERED Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

unhindered

adjective

ˌən-ˈhin-dərd

Definition of unhindered

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

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Adjective

In fact, the recent regulations from the Treasury Department do little to hide the exclusion and theft rampant in the program.

— Denise Forte, Baltimore Sun, 21 Oct. 2026
At the same time, Sanaa sympathized with the police, who were far outnumbered by vandals, many of them young men from France’s poorest suburbs, where youth unemployment is rampant.

— Michael Finnegan, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of rampant

Adjective

But, in terms of returning to the field in an uncontrolled environment, Dan Lanning mentioned that he can not be cleared by the Ducks medical team for a return to live action.

— Trey Wallace OutKick, FOXNews.com, 27 Oct. 2026
The American Society of Anesthesiologists notes that uncontrolled postoperative pain can contribute to immobility and shallow breathing, which may increase the risk for complications including blood clots and pneumonia.

— Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of uncontrolled

Adjective

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
Duncombe’s friends remember her sunny spirit, boisterous and infectious laugh, unbridled optimism and passion for new experiences.

— Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 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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