Definition

Not controlled or limited by any rules or regulations.

Example

In a ruleless society, people can act freely without restrictions.

Conversation

Have you seen that new park downtown?

Yeah, it's so different from the others!

I love how it's so ruleless and free for everyone.

Right? It feels like a place where creativity can really thrive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ruleless → It is formed from "rule" (from Old French *reule*, meaning a prescribed guide for conduct or action) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "ruleless" means without rules or regulations.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') any 'prescribed guide' ('rule') — that's what ruleless means.

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