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Definition of regimentation

regimentation

/ˌrɛdʒ.ɪ.mənˈteɪ.ʃən/
reg · i · men · ta · tion
Plural:regimentations
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Adjective:regimented
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regimentation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The imposition of strict order, discipline, uniformity, or systematic control over people or processes, often to an excessive degree that suppresses individuality.

Example

"The students complained that the boarding school's excessive regimentation left no room for creative expression."

2

The act or process of organizing troops or groups of people into regiments or structured divisions.

Example

"The historical treatise examined the rapid regimentation of volunteer militias during the early months of the conflict."

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• Rhymes for regimentation

• Nearby Words

regimen
regiment
regimental
regimentation
regimented
regina
region

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century from the verb 'regiment' plus the noun suffix '-ation', ultimately tracing back to Late Latin 'regimentum' (rule, government), from Latin 'regere' (to rule or direct).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Regimentation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/regimentation
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