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UK//kənˈtrəʊld//US//kənˈtroʊld//

Meaning of Controlled

Managed or regulated by someone or something.

In simple words: Managed or regulated in a certain way.

Controlled in a sentence

  • Her emotions were controlled during the stressful meeting.
  • The project was controlled by strict deadlines and budgets.
  • The temperature in the lab is controlled to ensure accurate results.
  • He was always very controlled in his responses.
  • The experiment requires a controlled environment to yield valid data.

How to use Controlled

Used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions about behavior, emotions, or systems.

Grammar pattern

controlled + object

Memory hint

Think of a puppet controlled by strings.

Related words

Collocations with Controlled

  • controlled environment
  • controlled situation
  • controlled substance
  • controlled study
  • controlled response

Synonyms for Controlled

Opposites of Controlled

  • uncontrolled
  • chaotic
  • free

Common mistakes with Controlled

  • Confused with 'control', using it incorrectly as a verb.
  • Using 'controlled' instead of 'controllable' when talking about something that can be managed.
  • Misplacing 'controlled' in sentences, leading to unclear meanings.

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Frequently asked questions about Controlled

What does Controlled mean?

Managed or regulated in a certain way.

What is the definition of Controlled?

Managed or regulated by someone or something.

How do you use Controlled in a sentence?

Her emotions were controlled during the stressful meeting.

Can you give another example of Controlled?

The project was controlled by strict deadlines and budgets.

What are synonyms for Controlled?

Common alternatives include regulated, managed, governed, restricted, directed.

What is the opposite of Controlled?

Opposite meanings include uncontrolled, chaotic, free.

What words go with Controlled?

It commonly pairs with controlled environment, controlled situation, controlled substance, controlled study, controlled response.

What are common mistakes when using Controlled?

Confused with 'control', using it incorrectly as a verb. Using 'controlled' instead of 'controllable' when talking about something that can be managed. Misplacing 'controlled' in sentences, leading to unclear meanings.

How do you pronounce Controlled?

US: //kənˈtroʊld//, UK: //kənˈtrəʊld//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Controlled?

Used in both formal and informal contexts, often in discussions about behavior, emotions, or systems.