unconstraint

[ uhn-kuhn-streynt ]

noun

1. lack of constraint:

   Their home has a feeling of unconstraint and warm hospitableness.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unconstraint¹

First recorded in 1705–15; un- ¹ + constraint

Example Sentences

In the perfect unconstraint you have enjoyed abroad, the maternal rein has grown slack indeed.

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At table Mr. Shanner gave no undue signs of modesty or self-distrust, but talked about "things within his experience" with the utmost unconstraint.

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Like many other vulgar men in similar circumstances, he wondered at the ease and unconstraint he felt in such choice company!

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With her kindly unconstraint she reached for one of his hands to test its temperature.

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This course seemed to be demanded by the spirit to which he had dedicated himself,—the spirit of absolute unconstraint.

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