B2
regime vs regimen
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| regimenoun/reɪˈʒiːm/ | Meaning a government, especially a strict one that people did not freely elect; also a system of rules | Goes with military regime | Example The military regime banned independent newspapers and arrested its critics. |
| regimennoun/ˈredʒ.ə.mən/ | Meaning A fixed plan of food, exercise or medicine that you follow to stay healthy. | Goes with — | Example Her doctor gave her a strict regimen of exercise and a low-salt diet. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The new tax makes it easier for small businesses to grow.