Regimentation

C2 16+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˌredʒəmɛnˈteɪʃən/

Definitions of regimentation

noun the act of organizing or controlling something strictly

Example Sentences

A1 Regimentation in the military helps maintain order and discipline.

A2 The strict regimentation of the daily schedule at the boot camp was challenging for the new recruits.

B1 Regimentation in the workplace can sometimes lead to employees feeling stifled and uncreative.

B2 The regimentation of the education system can be both beneficial and limiting for students.

C1 The regimentation of society can sometimes be seen as necessary for maintaining stability and control.

C2 The strict regimentation of every aspect of life in the totalitarian regime was suffocating for its citizens.

Examples of regimentation in a Sentence

formal The military base operated with strict regimentation to ensure discipline among the soldiers.

informal The school's rules were so strict, it felt like we were living under regimentation.

slang I can't stand all this regimentation at work, it's suffocating!

figurative The strict regimentation of the company's policies left little room for creativity or innovation.

Grammatical Forms of regimentation

past tense

regimented

plural

regimentations

comparative

more regimented

superlative

most regimented

present tense

regiments

future tense

will regiment

perfect tense

have regimented

continuous tense

is regimenting

singular

regimentation

positive degree

regimentation

infinitive

to regiment

gerund

regimenting

participle

regimented

Origin and Evolution of regimentation

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'regimentation' originated from the Latin word 'regimentum' meaning rule or government.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the act of organizing or controlling something in a strict and orderly manner, the term 'regimentation' has evolved to also encompass the concept of excessive control or restriction, particularly in a military or organizational context.