unleashed Meaning & Definition
What Does Unleashed Mean?
Unleashed is used as a verb meaning to free from or as if from a leash. It can also mean to throw, shoot, or set in motion forcefully.
Word Facts for Unleashed
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌən-ˈlēsh/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | loosed, loosened and released |
| Antonyms | bridled, checked and constrained |
| First known use | 1671 |
Unleashed Definition (Verb)
- to free from or as if from a leash : let loose
unleash the dogs / unleashing his anger
- to throw, shoot, or set in motion forcefully
… unleashed a superb shot … to earn his side a point.
- to allow or cause (something powerful) to happen suddenly
The storm unleashed its fury. / The editorial unleashed a flood/torrent of angry responses.
Synonyms of Unleashed
Antonyms of Unleashed
Unleashed in a Sentence
unleashed potential
He unleashed his dog in the park.
He unleashed his fury.
unleash the dogs
unleashing his anger
… unleashed a superb shot … to earn his side a point.
The storm unleashed its fury.
The editorial unleashed a flood/torrent of angry responses.
unleashed all of his unspoken love for her in a long letter that he hoped he would have the courage to mail
lifting weights is a way for me to unleash all the frustrations of the workday
unleash the dogs / unleashing his anger
The storm unleashed its fury. / The editorial unleashed a flood/torrent of angry responses.
Word Forms & Grammar
un·leashed
un·leash·ing
un·leash·es
unleash
unleashed
unleashes
unleashing
unleashed (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Unleashed
First Known Use
circa 1671
How Do You Say Unleashed?
You say unleashed as /ˌən-ˈlēsh/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (lēsh).
Unleashed: Your Questions Answered
What part of speech is unleashed?
Unleashed is a verb.
What is another word for unleashed?
Words with a similar meaning to unleashed include loosed, loosened and released. See the full list of unleashed synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of unleashed?
Words opposite in meaning to unleashed are bridled, checked, constrained and contained.