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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    freed liberated released unchained unfettered unbound unrestricted untied unfastened loosened emancipated delivered rescued saved discharged acquitted exempt excused cleared vindicated vindicated absolved acquited unencumbered unrestricted unconfined unimpeded unhindered unobstructed unhampered unrestrained uncontrolled spontaneous voluntary willing intentional deliberate purposeful conscious aware mindful self-directed autonomous independent self-governing sovereign free-spirited unconstrained unregulated unmanaged unplanned unscripted improvisational unstructured informal casual relaxed easygoing untroubled carefree lighthearted buoyant cheerful jubilant elated ecstatic euphoric thrilled delighted pleased satisfied content happy joyful blithe merry sprightly vivacious effervescent ebullient radiant resplendent dazzling brilliant shining beaming glowing sparkling scintillating

    Meaning of Unshackled

    The primary meaning of "unshackled" is to be free from restraint or restriction.

    Definitions

    • According to Oxford Languages, "unshackled" means to release or be released from a shackle or other restraint, or to free someone or something from a restriction or obligation.
    • It can also mean to remove or be removed from a state of being confined, restricted, or controlled.

    Etymology of Unshackled

    The word "unshackled" has its roots in the Old English words "scacel" meaning "shackle" or "fetter", and "un" meaning "not" or "opposite of".
    Historically, the term "unshackled" was used to describe the act of removing physical restraints, such as chains or fetters, from a person or animal.
    Over time, the word has evolved to include figurative meanings, such as being free from emotional, mental, or societal restrictions.

    Example Uses

    • The prisoner was unshackled and released from custody after serving their sentence.
    • The new policy has unshackled the company from outdated regulations, allowing it to innovate and grow.
    • The artist's unshackled creativity led to the development of a unique and innovative style.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    restricted confined restrained controlled managed regulated fettered shackled chained bound tied fastened secured locked barricaded blocked obstructed hindered impeded restricted limited constrained suppressed stifled smothered repressed oppressed dominated ruled governed controlled manipulated coerced forced compelled pressured driven pushed prodded urged prompted influenced swayed affected impacted shaped molded conditioned trained disciplined punished penalized sentenced condemned doomed damned cursed hexed jinxed plagued afflicted beset tormented tortured agonized anguished distressed troubled worried concerned anxious fearful apprehensive nervous tense strained stressed overwhelmed overpowered overborne defeated conquered vanquished subjugated enslaved enthralled captivated spellbound entranced mesmerized hypnotized bewitched beguiled deceived duped fooled cheated swindled defrauded robbed plundered pillaged ravaged devastated destroyed annihilated eradicated exterminated eliminated removed deleted erased expunged obliterated