Unrestricted
/ˌʌnrɪˈstrɪktɪd/
Definitions
Not subjected to any limitations or controls; free to do or be whatever one wishes.
/ˌʌnrɪˈstrɪktɪd/
Not limited or subject to control.
The park offers unrestricted hours for visitors.
💡 Simply: Imagine you have a free pass to do anything you want! That’s what unrestricted means. It’s like having no rules or limits. For example, you might have unrestricted access to a buffet.
👶 For kids: When something is unrestricted, it means you can do whatever you want, without any rules to stop you!
More Examples
They granted the organization unrestricted funds to help the victims.
The new policy allows for unrestricted travel between the two countries.
How It's Used
"The company has unrestricted access to the financial records."
"Unrestricted internet access is provided to all students."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From 'un-' (not) + 'restricted' (limited), derived from Latin 'restrictus', past participle of 'restringere' meaning 'to hold back'.
The word has been used since the early 19th century, with its usage increasing with the growth of various freedoms and liberties.
Memory tip
Think of a wide-open, expansive field where you can move freely—unrestricted.
Word Origin
"not held back or limited"