deregulation
Translation
deregulation
Examples
Deregulation of the airline industry led to lower prices.
Deregulation of the airline industry led to lower prices.
The government is considering further deregulation.
The government is considering further deregulation.
Grammar Patterns
deregulation of ((sth.)) The deregulation of the energy market was controversial.
Similar Words
Synonyms: liberalization; Antonyms: regulation, control
Etymology
From the prefix 'de-' (removal) + 'regulation' (rule). Literally, 'the removal of rules'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'de-' as meaning 'undo'. Deregulation is 'undoing regulation'.