What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unrationed
Example
During the war, food was rationed, but now we can enjoy unrationed access to all kinds of food. [unrationed: adjective]
Example
The company provided unrationed access to office supplies for all employees. [unrationed: adjective]
uncontrolled
Example
The party got out of control when too many people showed up. [uncontrolled: adjective]
Example
The wildfire spread quickly due to uncontrolled winds. [uncontrolled: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Uncontrolled is more commonly used than unrationed in everyday language. Uncontrolled is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while unrationed is less common and refers specifically to resources or products without limits.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unrationed and uncontrolled?
Both unrationed and uncontrolled are relatively informal words, but uncontrolled may be used in more formal contexts to describe situations that are not regulated or managed properly.
