Synonyms for Regulate
Definition of regulate
- verb
- fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of; "regulate the temperature"; "modulate the pitch"
- bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations; "We cannot regulate the way people dress"; "This town likes to regulate"
- shape or influence; give direction to; "experience often determines ability"; "mold public opinion"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "regulate"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like baffle, determine, govern can replace "regulate" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "regulate" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Regulate" in song lyrics
See how regulate is used in real songs:
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"Regulate"
A+ f/ Mr. Cheeks — Up Top New York -
"Yo, telecommunicate...orate, narrate, regulate"
Asheru & Blue Black (Unspoken Heard) — Truly Unique -
"we keep a money move, hate while we regulate"
Bad A$$ f/ Snoop Dogg — We be Puttin it Down