Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
regulate
verb
/ˈrɛɡjʊˌleɪt/
Definition
To control or maintain the rate or speed of a machine or process.
Examples
- The government needs to regulate the use of pesticides in agriculture.
- She found it challenging to regulate her emotions during stressful situations.
- Machines are often regulated by a thermostat to ensure they operate efficiently.
Meaning
The act of managing or controlling something to operate within certain limits or standards.
Synonyms
- Control
- Manage
- Supervise
- Govern
- Direct
