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uncontrollable

/ˌʌnkənˈtroʊləbl/ · un·con·tro·l·a·ble
adjective
  1. Not able to be controlled, contained, or governed. She felt an uncontrollable urge to laugh during the solemn ceremony.
Did you know? The phrase “uncontrollable laughter” was popularized in the early 20th century by silent‑film comedians, who often filmed scenes where actors could not stop laughing.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 24, 2026