regulate (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛɡjʊleɪt/

Definition

To control or supervise by means of rules or laws, especially by laws made by a government or other authority.

Examples

• The central bank is responsible for regulating the country's monetary policy.

• Many people believe that the internet should be regulated more strictly.

• These regulations are designed to regulate air and water pollution.

How to Use regulate

regulate something (collocation)

To control or manage a system, activity, or process. — "It is important to regulate the use of pesticides to protect the environment."

regulate for (prepositional phrase)

To establish rules or controls for a particular purpose or group. — "The new laws were regulated for the safety of consumers."

regulate by (prepositional phrase)

To control or supervise something using a specific method, law, or authority. — "The industry is regulated by a government agency."

Synonyms of regulate

Words with a similar meaning to regulate:

• control
• govern
• supervise
• administer

Antonyms of regulate

Words with the opposite meaning to regulate:

• disorganize
• deregulate

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