Synonyms for

Regiment

Verb / ˈredʒʌmʌnt / Another word for regiment — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a permanent unit of an army typically commanded by a lieutenant colonel and divided into several companies, squadrons, or batteries and often into two battalions.

Synonyms & similar words

battalion brigade division company squadron troop unit force formation platoon squad army corps detachment legion bunch collection crowd group

Synonyms by register

Formal

discipline order control systematization

Informal

routine system method structure

Literary

cadence pattern discipline

Antonyms

disorder chaos disorganization freedom liberty anarchy randomness

Common collocations

  • military regiment
  • strict regiment
  • daily regiment
  • exercise regiment
  • dietary regiment
  • training regiment
  • army regiment

Word family

noun regiment
verb regiment

Usage note

As a verb, 'regiment' often implies imposing strict control or order. It can also refer to a unit in an army.

Example sentences

  1. The regiment was sent to the front lines.
  2. The regiment had a lot of soldiers in it.
  3. The commander of the regiment was very strict.
  4. The regiment trained for months before going to war.
  5. The regiment marched for miles without stopping.

Quotes

  • 'I have never heard of a regiment that refused to fight.' - John F. Kennedy
  • 'The regiment marched through Georgia.' - William T. Sherman
  • 'The regiment was a family, and I was proud to be a part of it.' - Oliver North

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