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checked Antonyms

Opposite of checked

Because the opposite of checked shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Having been examined, verified, or tested for accuracy, safety, or quality.

Usage Example

"All unchecked baggage must be dropped off at the airline counter at least an hour before departure."

Strongest
unchecked
unverified
uninspected
unexamined
Strong
untested

• adjective (Context 2)

Having a pattern of small squares, typically of alternating colors, as on a chessboard or gingham fabric.

Usage Example

"He wore a blue-and-white plain shirt to the summer picnic."

Strongest
plain
Strong
solid
unpatterned

• adjective (Context 3)

Held back, restrained, or kept under control.

Usage Example

"With her emotions carefully unchecked, she delivered the announcement in a calm, steady voice."

Strongest
unchecked
unrestrained
uncontrolled
unbridled
Strong
uninhibited
rampant

Similar words to checked

Words similar to checked shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

checkered
chequered
verified
restrained
inspected
examined
controlled
curbed
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Checked. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/checked
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