Synonyms for

Regulating

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

Definition

To control or maintain the rate or speed of something.

Synonyms & similar words

order regulate mold regularise govern shape modulate regularize baffle deregulate regulation influence determine manage govern control supervise direct oversee administer adjust moderate restrain restrict limit curb check monitor police enforce order coordinate harmonize

Synonyms by register

Formal

governing controlling administering directing

Informal

managing handling keeping in line keeping tabs on

Literary

ordering calibrating harmonizing

Antonyms

disrupting destabilizing uncontrolled chaotic unruly disorganized

Common collocations

  • regulating body
  • regulating hormones
  • regulating temperature
  • regulating traffic
  • regulating the economy
  • regulating behavior
  • regulating blood sugar

Word family

noun regulation
verb regulate
adjective regulatory
adverb regulatorily

Usage note

The word 'regulating' implies maintaining control or order. Be mindful of the context; it can refer to official rules or natural processes.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher is regulating the classroom so that everyone can learn.
  2. The thermostat is regulating the temperature in the room.
  3. The traffic light is regulating the flow of cars on the road.
  4. The referee is regulating the game so that everyone follows the rules.
  5. The doctor is regulating the patient's medication to make sure they stay healthy.

Quotes

  • The beauty of regulating is that you don't have to know anything about what you're regulating.
  • The regulation of power is absolutely core to our future.
  • Regulating the internet like a utility under Title II means regulating it like the phone company.

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