regulatory

The word “regulatory” means relating to official rules or the bodies that enforce them. In plain terms, to do with official rules and the authorities that make and enforce them.

“Regulatory” is pronounced REHG-yuu-luh-tree (/ˈɹɛɡ.jə.ləˌtɔ.ɹi/ in IPA).

Here is “regulatory” used in a sentence: “The company faced regulatory scrutiny after the data breach.”

“Regulatory” is an adjective.

“Regulatory” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.

'Regulatory' relates to rules made and enforced by official bodies or agencies, while 'statutory' refers specifically to rules set out in written laws (statutes) passed by a legislature. Regulatory requirements are often created by agencies acting under authority granted to them by statutes.

A regulatory body is an official organization that creates, monitors, and enforces rules within a particular industry or activity. Examples include agencies that oversee banking, medicines, or broadcasting.

Use 'regulatory' when referring specifically to rules and requirements set by official oversight bodies, such as compliance standards or approvals. 'Legal' is broader and relates to the whole system of law, including legislation and court decisions.

Common collocations include 'regulatory body,' 'regulatory framework,' 'regulatory compliance,' 'regulatory approval,' and 'regulatory authority.' These phrases appear frequently in business, finance, and law.