Synonyms for

Regulations

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

Definition

Rules or laws made by an authority to control or regulate conduct.

Synonyms & similar words

regulating regularization ordinance regularisation rule regulation rules laws guidelines directives instructions orders ordinances statutes policies procedures protocols codes standards requirements specifications enactments decrees edicts rulings dictums

Synonyms by register

Formal

directives stipulations ordinances rules provisions

Informal

rules guidelines laws codes

Literary

decrees edicts

Antonyms

freedom liberty anarchy disorder lawlessness unrestraint

Common collocations

  • safety regulations
  • environmental regulations
  • building regulations
  • company regulations
  • traffic regulations
  • financial regulations
  • health regulations

Word family

noun regulation
verb regulate
adjective regulatory
adverb regularly

Usage note

Regulations often refer to official rules or laws, especially those made by an authority. While 'rules' can be a synonym, 'regulations' typically implies a more formal or legalistic context.

Example sentences

  1. The government has implemented new regulations to protect the environment.
  2. The airline has strict regulations on the size of carry-on luggage.
  3. The restaurant has to follow health and safety regulations.
  4. The company violated labor regulations by not paying their employees overtime.
  5. The city council passed new zoning regulations for building construction.

Quotes

  • Regulations are not the enemy of the market, but the framework that makes it work. - Sharan Burrow
  • We need regulations that ensure that investors are protected and markets are free from manipulation. - Bernie Sanders
  • Regulations are like speed limits. They're there for a reason. - Elizabeth Warren

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