Unregulated
(adjective)
Not controlled or governed by rules or laws.
Origin:
From the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the verb "regulate" meaning "to control or govern".
Examples:
- The stock market was unregulated, making it vulnerable to fraud.
- The industry was unregulated, leading to environmental damage.
- The company's business practices were unregulated, leading to exploitation of workers.
- The sale of drugs was unregulated, leading to a rise in addiction.
- The use of pesticides is unregulated in some countries, which is harmful to human health and the environment.