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Meaning of controlled
The primary meaning of the word "controlled" is being regulated or directed by someone or something.
Etymology of controlled
The word "controlled" originates from the Old French word "contreroller", which means to check or verify by comparing with an original, and is derived from the Latin words "contra" meaning against and "rotulare" meaning to roll
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of regulating or directing something
Synonyms
regulated
managed
governed
restrained
restricted
limited
moderated
tempered
disciplined
directed
guided
supervised
monitored
overseen
commanded
ordered
organized
coordinated
planned
deliberate
intentional
purposeful
calculated
measured
careful
cautious
prudent
sensible
rational
logical
methodical
systematic
orderly
neat
tidy
Definitions
- Determined or directed by someone or something
- * Restricted or limited in amount or degree
- * Governed or regulated by a particular principle or system
Usage Examples
- The company's finances are closely controlled by the board of directors
- * The teacher tried to keep the classroom controlled, but the students were too rowdy
- * The government has implemented new laws to control the spread of the disease
Antonyms
uncontrolled
unregulated
unrestrained
unrestricted
unlimited
unmanaged
ungoverned
undisciplined
unguided
unsupervised
unmonitored
chaotic
disorganized
unplanned
unintentional
accidental
careless
reckless
irresponsible
irrational
illogical