What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
regulated
Example
The government has regulated the use of pesticides in agriculture. [regulated: verb]
Example
The financial industry is heavily regulated to prevent fraud and protect consumers. [regulated: adjective]
governed
Example
The country is governed by a democratically elected president. [governed: verb]
Example
The success of the project was governed by strict adherence to the timeline and budget. [governed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Regulated is more commonly used in legal or technical contexts, while governed is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between regulated and governed?
Both regulated and governed can be used in formal contexts, but regulated is more commonly associated with legal or technical language, while governed is more neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
