Synonyms for

Regimes

Verb / rʌˈʒi:mz / / reɪˈʒi:mz / Another word for regimes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A government, especially an authoritarian one.

Synonyms & similar words

regimen authorities government regime government administration rule authority system power control regulation dominance supremacy leadership management direction command regulation order law ruling dominion reign

Synonyms by register

Formal

governments administrations systems authorities

Informal

rules setups operations

Literary

dominions sovereignties

Antonyms

anarchy disorder freedom liberty independence self-governance

Common collocations

  • political regimes
  • authoritarian regimes
  • military regimes
  • economic regimes
  • social regimes
  • regimes change
  • under the regime

Word family

noun regime
verb regulate
adjective regulatory
adverb regularly

Usage note

Often used to describe a system of government, especially one that is considered oppressive or authoritarian. Can also refer to a system of rules or practices in other contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The new regime took control of the country after the revolution.
  2. The regime was known for its brutality and oppression.
  3. The citizens revolted against the regime and demanded democracy.
  4. The dictator's regime was overthrown by a popular uprising.
  5. The regime controlled every aspect of people's lives.

Quotes

  • The resistance of a regime is not necessarily a sign of its probity, but of its desperation.
  • A government is the only vessel that leaks from the top.
  • There is no more dangerous menace to civilization than a government of incompetent, corrupt, or vile men.

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