adjective
controlled
kuhn-TROHLD
adjective
1
Kept in check; restrained rather than let loose.
"She spoke in a calm, controlled voice despite her anger."
2
Regulated by law or official rules.
"The drug is a controlled substance requiring a prescription."
How to Use Controlled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishKept under restraint, or officially regulated.
Common pairings
controlled substance
controlled environment
a controlled manner
Word Forms
more controlled comparative, most controlled superlative
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She spoke in a calm, _____ voice despite her anger.