uncontrollable
Translation
uncontrollable
Examples
He had an uncontrollable urge to laugh.
He had an uncontrollable urge to laugh.
The fire became uncontrollable.
The fire became uncontrollable.
Grammar Patterns
an uncontrollable ((noun)) an uncontrollable feeling or situation He felt an uncontrollable rage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unmanageable, unruly; Antonyms: controllable, manageable
Etymology
From 'un-' (not) + 'control' + '-able' (capable of being). Literally 'not able to be controlled'.
Memory Tips
Picture a video game character that you can't control. It's 'un-controll-able'.