unrestrictive
- adjective
- /ˌʌnrɪˈstrɪktɪv/
- The Internet itself, technologically, works because it is an unfettered, unrestrictive system that's not owned by anyone.
Examples
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An unrestrictive environment allows students to explore their creativity without limits.
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She prefers to wear clothing that is loose-fitting and unrestrictive for maximum comfort.
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Make certain you put on clothing that's loose-fitting and unrestrictive.
Blog text (24) -
They have said in the past that an unrestrictive Internet browsing experience is necessary in order for the next Google—the next new big idea—to take hold.
Academic text (2010) -
The new policies aim to create an unrestrictive atmosphere for innovation and growth.
Synonyms
Not strict and allowing people more freedom
Having no rules that limit it, for example love or help that expects nothing
Allowed to continue without control
Not kept within limits, like a fire or a strong feeling
Free from limits or rules
Very strong feelings or actions that are not kept under control
Free from limits and control, it allows people to use or access
Not held back and showing strong feelings or actions
Not limited or held back and able to act freely
Not controlled and showing no restraint
Free and not limited by rules
Free to move forward without being stopped
Allowing freedom to act or choose without strict rules
A situation with no limits or boundaries
Without walls or edges, things move freely
Not under official rules or direct management by an authority
Has no tightness and allows free movement of air, blood, or feelings
Antonyms
How Restrictive
Surface Forms
Morphology
unrestrictive = restrictive (transparent) = un + restrict + ive
The word is formed by adding the productive negative prefix 'un-' to 'restrictive' (restrict + -ive), yielding a direct negation of the adjective.
Etymology
The word unrestrictive starts with un- meaning 'not' and comes from restrict, which once meant 'to hold back' or 'tie down'. So, unrestrictive describes something that is 'not holding back' — open, free, or without limits.