AWL Sublist 2 · Academic Word

regulation

/ˌreɡjuˈleɪʃən/ Syllables: reg·u·ˈla·tion

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

An official rule or directive controlling behaviour within a system.

Synonyms

rule law directive

Antonyms

deregulation

Translations

regulation in Arabic

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Arabic Meaning

لائحة، تنظيم

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Easy Explanation (Arabic)

قاعدة رسمية أو أمر يحدد كيف يجب أن يتصرف الناس أو كيف يجب أن يعمل شيء ما.

Easy Explanation

A regulation is an official rule. Health and safety regulations protect workers. Financial regulations prevent fraud.

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Memory TipRegulation comes from Latin 'regula' meaning a rule — regulations keep behaviour aligned.

Contextual Examples

Financial regulations were tightened after the global banking crisis of 2008.

Companies in the food sector must comply with strict health and safety regulations.

Deregulation of the energy sector increased competition but raised concerns about quality.

Word Families & Pronunciation