Definition: check the emission of (sound)
Similar words: restrain, restrict, confine, bound, limit, trammel, throttle
Definition: place limits on (extent or access)
Usage: restrict the use of this parking lot; limit the time you can spend with your friends
Definition: fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of
Usage: regulate the temperature; modulate the pitch
Similar words: adjust, correct, set
Definition: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Usage: Adjust the clock, please; correct the alignment of the front wheels
Synonyms: influence, determine, regulate, mold, shape
Definition: shape or influence; give direction to
Usage: experience often determines ability; mold public opinion
Similar words: cause, do, make
Definition: give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
Usage: cause a commotion; make a stir; cause an accident
Synonyms: govern, regularise, regularize, regulate, order
Definition: bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations
Usage: We cannot regulate the way people dress; This town likes to regulate
Similar words: make up one's mind, determine, decide
Definition: reach, make, or come to a decision about something
Usage: We finally decided after lengthy deliberations