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regime — a government, especially an authoritarian one

Part of speech: NOUN

Definition: a government, especially an authoritarian one

Pronunciation (IPA): /rəˈʒiːm/

Example Sentences

  • My mom's cleaning regime is so strict, even dust particles need permission to settle.
  • The old regime was replaced by a democratic government.
  • His skincare regime involves 12 steps and takes longer than most movies.

regime

NOUN

[/rəˈʒiːm/]

a government, especially an authoritarian one

Authoritarian regime controlling citizens
💡 Concept

Authoritarian regime controlling citizens

The regime established new policies across the country.
🧠 Mnemonic

The regime established new policies across the country.

The new regime pursued its supreme goal of building a better future, inspiring everyone to dream.
🎵 Rhyme

The new regime pursued its supreme goal of building a better future, inspiring everyone to dream.

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/rəˈʒiːm/
🇬🇧 UK/reɪˈʒiːm/

🌳Etymology

Rootreg-
Suffix--ime

Origin

From French régime, which comes from Latin regimen meaning 'rule' or 'guidance,' derived from the verb regere meaning 'to rule' or 'to direct.'

Breakdown

Latin regimen (rule, guidance) from regere (to rule/direct) → French régime → English regime

🎵Rhyme

extreme
supreme
dream
cream

🔗Collocations

military regime
authoritarian regime
exercise regime
dietary regime
overthrow a regime
strict regime
training regime

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

“My mom's cleaning regime is so strict, even dust particles need permission to settle.”

“The old regime was replaced by a democratic government.”

😄 Fun example

“His skincare regime involves 12 steps and takes longer than most movies.”

“The fitness regime helped her lose 20 pounds in three months.”

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