Decontrolled: meaning, definitions and examples
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decontrolled
[ diːkənˈtrəʊld ]
lack of control
Decontrolled refers to something that has been released from regulation or restrictions. It can be used in various contexts, such as economics, where a market may have been decontrolled to foster competition, or in terms of substances that are no longer under strict governmental oversight.
Synonyms
deregulated, liberalized, unregulated.
Examples of usage
- The market was decontrolled to stimulate growth.
- Many substances have been decontrolled over the past decade.
- The company benefitted from a decontrolled environment.
Translations
Translations of the word "decontrolled" in other languages:
🇵🇹 descontrolado
🇮🇳 अव्यवस्थित
🇩🇪 unkontrolliert
🇮🇩 tak terkontrol
🇺🇦 неконтрольований
🇵🇱 niekontrolowany
🇯🇵 制御されていない
🇫🇷 non contrôlé
🇪🇸 descontrolado
🇹🇷 kontrolsüz
🇰🇷 제어되지 않은
🇸🇦 غير مُراقب
🇨🇿 neřízený
🇸🇰 nekontrolovaný
🇨🇳 不受控制的
🇸🇮 nekontroliran
🇮🇸 ómeðhöndlaður
🇰🇿 басқарылмаған
🇬🇪 არაწარმოებული
🇦🇿 idarə olunmayan
🇲🇽 descontrolado
Etymology
The term 'decontrolled' is derived from the prefix 'de-' indicating removal or reversal and the verb 'control', which has roots in the Latin word 'continentem', meaning to hold back or restrain. Control has evolved in English to encompass not just physical restraint but also governance, regulation, and dominance over processes, behaviors, or markets. The application of the term in a regulatory context became more prominent in the late 20th century, especially in discussions surrounding economic policies and substance regulations, indicating a shift toward less governmental intervention. As global markets expanded and the need for competitive practices arose, the concept of decontrol grew in usage, reflecting a broader trend toward liberalization and deregulation in various sectors.