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UNGOVERNED

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 Dictionary entry overview: What does ungoverned mean? 

UNGOVERNED (adjective)
  The adjective UNGOVERNED has 2 senses:

1. not restrained or controlledplay

2. lacking in discipline or controlplay

  Familiarity information: UNGOVERNED used as an adjective is rare.


 Dictionary entry details 


UNGOVERNED (adjective)


Sense 1

Meaning:

Not restrained or controlled

Synonyms:

unbridled; unchecked; uncurbed; ungoverned

Context example:

ungoverned rage

Similar:

unrestrained (not subject to restraint)


Sense 2

Meaning:

Lacking in discipline or control

Synonyms:

undisciplined; ungoverned

Context example:

ungoverned youth

Similar:

uncontrolled (not being under control; out of control)


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