Definition

The act of creating too many rules and regulations, which can make it difficult for people or businesses to operate effectively.

Example

Many businesses struggle due to overregulation, which limits their ability to innovate.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new rules they want to implement at work?

Yeah, it's crazy how much overregulation they're proposing.

I know! It feels like they want to control every little thing we do.

Exactly, it's going to make our jobs way harder than they need to be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Overregulation → It is formed from "over-" (meaning excessively) and "regulation" (from Latin "regulatio", meaning a rule or control). The word refers to the act of imposing excessive rules or controls.

Memory Tip

Think of 'over' meaning excessively, and 'regulation' referring to rules — overregulation means having too many rules.

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