Unmanageable: meaning, definitions and examples

This word appears twice. Please refer to the description above for its context and examples.

• The workload became unmanageable after the company downsized.
• His emotions were unmanageable during the stressful time.

Refers to something or someone that cannot be controlled or restrained, often used to describe behavior, emotions, or situations spiraling out of control.

• The fire was uncontrollable despite the firefighters' efforts.
• Her laughter was uncontrollable after hearing the joke.

Describes something or someone that cannot be governed or directed, often used in a political or social context.

• The region became ungovernable after the rebellion.
• His passion for adventure was ungovernable.

Typically refers to behavior that is hard to control, often in a negative sense. Usually describes people or animals that are disobedient or disruptive.

• The unruly children disrupted the entire class.
• His unruly hair was difficult to tame.

Conveys a sense of being untamed, free, or chaotic. Can be used to describe natural environments, behavior, or situations.

• The wild landscape was breathtaking.
• Her wild dancing captivated everyone at the party.