Regime: meaning, definitions and examples
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regime
[ rɪˈʒiːm ]
government
A regime is a system or style of government, especially one that is considered to be authoritarian or oppressive. It is often characterized by strict control over the people and their actions.
Synonyms
administration, authority, government
Examples of usage
- The regime in that country has been accused of human rights violations.
- The new regime implemented strict censorship laws.
diet
A regime can also refer to a regulated system of diet or exercise, often followed for health or weight management purposes.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She follows a strict exercise regime to stay fit.
- The doctor recommended a new diet regime for the patient.
Translations
Translations of the word "regime" in other languages:
🇵🇹 regime
🇮🇳 प्रशासन
🇩🇪 Regime
🇮🇩 rezim
🇺🇦 режим
🇵🇱 reżim
🇯🇵 政権 (せいけん)
🇫🇷 régime
🇪🇸 régimen
🇹🇷 rejim
🇰🇷 정권 (jeonggwon)
🇸🇦 نظام (niẓām)
🇨🇿 režim
🇸🇰 režim
🇨🇳 政权 (zhèngquán)
🇸🇮 režim
🇮🇸 stjórnarfar
🇰🇿 режим
🇬🇪 რეჟიმი (režimi)
🇦🇿 rejim
🇲🇽 régimen
Etymology
The word 'regime' originated from the French word 'régime', which means 'system of rule'. It entered the English language in the late 18th century. Initially used primarily in political contexts, its usage expanded to include diet and exercise systems in the 20th century.