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uninhibited

American  
[uhn-in-hib-i-tid] / ˌʌn ɪnˈhɪb ɪ tɪd /

adjective

  1. not inhibited inhibit or restricted.

    uninhibited freedom to act.

  2. not restrained by social convention or usage; unconstrained.

    an uninhibited discussion of the causes of divorce.


uninhibited British  
/ ˌʌnɪnˈhɪbɪtɪd /

adjective

  1. lacking in inhibitions or restraint

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • uninhibitedly adverb
  • uninhibitedness noun

Etymology

Origin of uninhibited

First recorded in 1905–10; un- 1 + inhibit + -ed 2

Example Sentences

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The single, uninhibited brushstroke of the ensō, the circular form in Zen art, serves as a record of a moment.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

Just as texture is now the telltale sign of a real photograph, finally giving pores and wrinkles the promotion to a customer-facing role they deserve, linguistic variety and uninhibited honesty will become certificates of authenticity.

From Slate • Jan. 7, 2026

Although New Year’s Eve is typically a time of uninhibited revelry, more young partyers are wary of getting down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 31, 2025

The problem with dipping your toe into the dark pool of uninhibited rage is that its roiling waters are both horrific and fascinating.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2025

Against the descending sun the battlements were dark and clean- lined, while to the east, where the uninhibited light poured slantwise, the strange landscape shouted with color.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck