What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unbridle
Example
The cowboy unbridled his horse after a long ride. [unbridled: past tense]
Example
She felt unbridled joy when she received the good news. [unbridled: adjective]
unfetter
Example
The prisoner was finally unfettered after years of captivity. [unfettered: past tense]
Example
He felt unfettered by the rules and regulations of society. [unfettered: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unfetter is more commonly used than unbridle in everyday language, and it is more versatile in its usage.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between unbridle and unfetter?
Both unbridle and unfetter are formal words that are not commonly used in everyday conversation. However, unfetter is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
