con ‧ trolled /kənˈtrəʊld $ -ˈtroʊld/ BrE AmE adjective
[ Word Family: adjective : controlling, ↑ controllable ≠ ↑ uncontrollable , ↑ controlled ≠ ↑ uncontrolled ; noun : ↑ control , ↑ controller ; verb : ↑ control ; adverb : uncontrollably]
1 . deliberately done in a particular way, or made to have particular qualities:
a test held under controlled conditions
a controlled explosion
2 . limited by a law or rule:
Access to the site is closely controlled.
a police search for controlled drugs (=a drug that is illegal to have without permission from a doctor)
3 . calm and not showing emotion, even if you feel angry, afraid etc:
a controlled authoritative voice