UNHAMPERED Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

unhampered

adjective

ˌən-ˈham-pərd

Definition of unhampered

as in rampant

showing no signs of being under control the freeway system needs to be expanded to meet the demands of the city's unhampered growth

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Recent Examples of unhampered Global trade is generally free and unhampered by geopolitical rivalry, oceans are safe for travel, and nuclear weapons are limited by agreements on their production and use. — Robert Kagan, The Atlantic, 18 Jan. 2026 It’s made out of clear acrylic material, so there’s nothing in the way of an unhampered view. — Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2024 Wentz seemed fearless and unhampered escaping the pocket early and still looks fluid and athletic. — Scott Horner, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Sep. 2021 What’s more, rum is relatively unhampered by strict regulations. — Los Angeles Times, 22 Aug. 2021 In fact, for those who would profit from the ways things are now, that sense of fatigue, of individual moral confusion, allows inequities to continue unhampered. — Soleil Ho, SFChronicle.com, 19 Oct. 2020 In that case, given the need to respond quickly, the commander in chief’s power should remain unhampered. — Richard K. Betts, Foreign Affairs, 13 Feb. 2018

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The extremely soapy, enjoyably satirical true-life drama chronicles love, rampant betrayal and a brazen murder plot through three decades of the iconic Gucci fashion house.

— Brian Truitt, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
The federal government first created tax incentives for companies to implement employee ownership in the 1970s when stagflation was rampant and Washington wanted to generate more retirement assets for working Americans.

— Diane Brady, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of rampant

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Humanitarian organizations are calling on the South Sudan government and all parties to the 2018 peace agreement meant to end civil war to protect aid workers, investigate attacks and ensure safe and unhindered access to people in need.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
Money laundering and sanctions evasion would continue unhindered.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026

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