Controlled
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kənˈtɹəʊld/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Controlled is an adjective meaning Inhibited or restrained in one's words and actions.
Meaning
Inhibited or restrained in one's words and actions.
More Meanings
- Subjected to regulation or direction.
- (in combination) Under the control of the specified entity.
- simple past and past participle of control
- simple past and past participle of controll
- (medicine, sciences, research) Resulting from a comparison with control samples; including a comparison (control) group. (describing clinical trials)
Example Sentences
Attempto Controlled English (ACE).
A randomized, controlled trial (RCT).
The history of the Anglo-Indian Community in British-controlled India is one of many ups and downs, of vicissitudes and prosperity, of security and insecurity.
Synonyms for controlled
Depending on context, synonyms include regimented, restricted, limited, disciplined, contained, harnessed.
Antonyms for controlled
Common opposites include uncontrolled.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include restricted, limited, contained, pressurized, disciplined, ridden.
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