uninhibitedness

uninhibitedness — noun

1. the quality of expressing your thoughts, feelings, or behavior in a completely o

1.名詞C1
釋義

the quality of expressing your thoughts, feelings, or behavior in a completely open and natural way, without worrying about what others think of you.

例句

Lakshmi's natural uninhibitedness on stage made her the most memorable performer of the night.

collocation: natural uninhibitedness

We loved watching the children's uninhibitedness as they splashed through every puddle after the rain.

同義詞
  • spontaneity

    focuses on acting on natural impulse in the moment, without planning — warmer and more commonly used than uninhibitedness

  • abandon

    stronger and more intense; suggests giving in completely to emotion, often in physical movement (dance, play) — 'danced with abandon'

  • naturalness

    emphasizes being genuine and unaffected rather than socially bold; overlaps with uninhibitedness when applied to performance or conversation

反義詞
  • inhibition

    the direct opposite — the feeling of being held back or unable to act freely

  • restraint

    suggests deliberate self-control rather than anxious holding back; more neutral in tone

  • self-consciousness

    the uncomfortable awareness of being watched or judged that prevents free behavior

用法筆記

Uncountable noun. More common in written than spoken English; speakers often prefer the adjective 'uninhibited' or the phrase 'lack of inhibition.' The quality is usually viewed positively in artistic or social settings, but describing someone's uninhibitedness in a formal office context may imply inappropriate familiarity.

常見錯誤

❌He showed great uninhibitedness when he talked loudly on the phone in the library.
✅He showed great uninhibitedness when he danced freely at the party.
💡Uninhibitedness in a setting that expects quiet may sound negative; it is best used for situations where free expression is welcomed.