v. t. | 1. | To adjust by rule, method, or established mode; to direct by rule or restriction; to subject to governing principles or laws. | |||
2. | To put in good order; | ||||
3. | To adjust, or maintain, with respect to a desired rate, degree, or condition;
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Verb | 1. | regulate - fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of; "regulate the temperature"; "modulate the pitch" Synonyms: modulate |
2. | regulate - bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations; "We cannot regulate the way people dress"; "This town likes to regulate" Antonyms: deregulate - lift the regulations on | |
3. | regulate - shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion" | |
4. | regulate - check the emission of (sound) Synonyms: baffle |