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regulated

adj.
US //ˈɹɛɡjəˌɫeɪtɪd// UK //ɹˈɛɡjuːlˌeɪtɪd// reg·u·lat·ed
  1. 1 controlled by rules (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Law

    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.

    Example

    The banking industry is highly regulated to prevent another financial crisis.

    Example

    In a strictly regulated market, companies must adhere to rigorous transparency standards or face significant legal penalties.

    Usage

    often used to describe industries like finance, medicine, or energy.

    Teacher's tip

    Learners often confuse this with 'regular'; clarify that 'regulated' implies external control, while 'regular' implies a pattern.

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