regulated
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
controlled or managed by a set of official rules or laws.
governed by formal regulations, typically by a government or official body to ensure safety, fairness, or standardisation.
Simple“The banking industry is highly regulated to prevent another financial crisis.”
In context“In a strictly regulated market, companies must adhere to rigorous transparency standards or face significant legal penalties.”
Usageoften used to describe industries like finance, medicine, or energy.
Teacher's tipLearners often confuse this with 'regular'; clarify that 'regulated' implies external control, while 'regular' implies a pattern.
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“The insects were exposed to gases containing several PFAS compounds, including PFOS, one of the most common and heavily regulated PFAS chemicals found in the environment.”
“First, the drugs involved are highly regulated, making research and development more difficult.”