untrammeled
UK: ʌnˈtræməld | US: ʌnˈtræməld
adj. not confined or limited; free from restrictions
adj. unrestrained or uninhibited in action or expression
The word "untrammeled" combines the prefix "un-" (meaning "not") with "trammel," derived from Old French tramail (a net for catching birds or fish), later metaphorically extended to mean "restraint." The suffix "-ed" forms the adjective. Historically, "trammel" evolved from a physical constraint to a figurative one, making "untrammeled" vividly convey the idea of being "unfettered" or "unhindered."
The artist's untrammeled creativity produced groundbreaking work.
She lived an untrammeled life, free from societal expectations.
The wilderness remains untrammeled by human development.
His untrammeled enthusiasm inspired everyone around him.
The debate allowed for untrammeled expression of diverse viewpoints.