regime
Definitions
A government or system of rule, especially one regarded as authoritarian.
政权，政体（尤指威权的）。
A regulated system or way of doing things; a set method.
（管理或运作的）制度，方式，régime。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedFrom reg- (rule), via French régime = a system or period of rule. Modern use leans negative — an oppressive regime — implying rule imposed on people. Its gentler cousin is regimen (a health plan): same root, one governs a country, the other your routine.
Root rig still carries 15 more wordsUsage Guide
Two registers: in politics, regime usually carries a critical tone (regime change, oppressive regime) — you'd rarely call a democracy you like a "regime." In neutral, everyday use it means a planned routine (a training regime, a skincare regime), where it overlaps with regimen. Keep regime (politics/routine) apart from its quieter twin regimen (medical/health plan).
Example Sentences
- 1.
The dictatorship was the most brutal regime in the region's history.
- 2.
The country hopes for regime change after the election.
- 3.
She follows a strict training regime before each race.