regime

Or ré·gime

[ruh-zheem, rey-, -jeem]

noun

1. a mode or system of rule or government.

   a dictatorial regime.

2. a ruling or prevailing system.

3. a government in power.

4. the period during which a particular government or ruling system is in power.

5. Medicine/Medical.,  regimen.

regime

/ reɪˈʒiːm /

noun

1. a system of government or a particular administration

   a fascist regime

   the regime of Fidel Castro

2. a social system or order

3. med another word for regimen

regime

1. An administration, or a system of managing government.

Word History and Origins

Origin of regime¹

First recorded in 1770–80; from French régime, from Latin regimen regimen

Word History and Origins

Origin of regime¹

C18: from French, from Latin regimen guidance, from regere to rule

Example Sentences

There are growing indications that the newly constructed America-centric trade regime could be dismantled in the days ahead by the US judiciary.

From BBC

“Their reputations are on the line. Our reputations are on the line. Nobody’s saying there’s no risks. But there are contingencies ... mitigation strategies, security packages and contractual regimes that equally meet that risk,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

The women's movement has a history of standing up to regimes in Indonesia, playing a crucial role in past waves of protest.

From BBC

"The commitment from the Wednesday fans to get behind the team, not the regime, is designed to put further pressure on Chansiri," says Maguire.

From BBC

However, a recent review of the water sector by Sir John Cunliffe recommended a new regulatory framework that would establish "a formal regime to support the turnaround of poorly performing companies".

From BBC

Related Words

• administration 
• establishment 
• government 
• management 
• reign 
• rule 
• system