Unmoderated: meaning, definitions and examples
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unmoderated
[ ʌnˈmɒdəreɪtɪd ]
not controlled
Unmoderated refers to something that is not supervised or controlled, often implying a lack of oversight. In many contexts, it suggests that discussions, forums, or platforms have no moderation to filter content or manage interactions. This can lead to unfiltered, open communication, but may also result in inappropriate or harmful exchanges.
Synonyms
free, uncontrolled, unrestrained
Examples of usage
- The unmoderated forum allowed for free speech.
- Users expressed their opinions in an unmoderated chat room.
- The research included unmoderated interactions among participants.
Translations
Translations of the word "unmoderated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não moderado
🇮🇳 गैर-नियंत्रित
🇩🇪 unmoderiert
🇮🇩 tidak dimoderasi
🇺🇦 немодерований
🇵🇱 niemoderowany
🇯🇵 未調整の
🇫🇷 non modéré
🇪🇸 no moderado
🇹🇷 denetlenmemiş
🇰🇷 비조정
🇸🇦 غير معتدل
🇨🇿 nemoderovaný
🇸🇰 nemoderovaný
🇨🇳 未审核的
🇸🇮 nemoderiran
🇮🇸 óbreytt
🇰🇿 модерацияланбаған
🇬🇪 არამოდერირებული
🇦🇿 moderasiya edilməmiş
🇲🇽 no moderado
Word origin
The term 'unmoderated' is derived from the verb 'moderate,' which originates from the Latin word 'moderatus,' the past participle of 'moderare,' meaning 'to regulate or restrain.' 'Moderate' evolved in Middle English from the Latin form, reflecting the concept of control or guidance. The prefix 'un-' adds a negation to the word, signifying that something does not have moderation or oversight. The use of 'unmoderated' has been prevalent in the context of online platforms, discussions, or scientific studies since the late 20th century, as digital communication expanded. In the era of digital forums, it gained traction, describing spaces where freedom of expression is prioritized over content regulation, often sparking debates about the balance between freedom and safety in online interactions.