Deregulate
(verb)
- To remove or reduce government regulations or restrictions on an industry or activity.
- To free from government control or supervision.
Origin:
From de- ("removal") + regulate ("to control or govern by rules or law.s")
Examples:
- The government's decision to deregulate the telecommunications industry led to increased competition and lower prices.
- The airline industry was deregulated in the 1970s, leading to the creation of many low-cost carriers.
- The company was able to expand rapidly after the market was deregulated.
- The new administration has promised to deregulate the financial industry.
- Critics argue that deregulating the industry could lead to increased pollution and safety hazards.