misregulate

reg·u·late

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [reg-yuh-leyt]
- /ˈrɛg yəˌleɪt/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [reg-yuh-leyt]
- /ˈrɛg yəˌleɪt/

Definitions of misregulate word

verb with object misregulate to control or direct by a rule, principle, method, etc.: to regulate household expenses. 1
verb with object misregulate to adjust to some standard or requirement, as amount, degree, etc.: to regulate the temperature. 1
verb with object misregulate to adjust so as to ensure accuracy of operation: to regulate a watch. 1
verb with object misregulate to put in good order: to regulate the digestion. 1

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Origin of misregulate

First appearance:

before 1620

One of the 42% oldest English words

First recorded in 1620-30, regulate is from the Late Latin word rēgulātus (past participle of rēgulāre). See regula, -ate1

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Parts of speech for Misregulate

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misregulate popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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Antonyms for misregulate

verb with object misregulate

regulate — to control or direct by a rule, principle, method, etc.: to regulate household expenses.

Just one Antonym for misregulate