CONTROLLED

Definition of CONTROLLED

  1. (verb)exercise authoritative control or power over
  2. (verb)lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
  3. (verb)handle and cause to function
  4. (verb)maintain influence over (others or oneself) skillfully, usually to one's advantage
  5. (verb)check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard
  6. (verb)place under restrictions; limit access to by law
  7. (verb)verify by using a duplicate register for comparison
  8. (verb)be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
  9. (verb)have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
  10. (adj)restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds