regimentation

American  

[rej-uh-men-tey-shuhn, -muhn-] / ˌrɛdʒ ə mɛnˈteɪ ʃən, -mən- /

noun

1. the act of regimenting or the state of being regimented.

2. the strict discipline and enforced uniformity characteristic of military groups or totalitarian systems.

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Other Word Forms

• overregimentation noun

Etymology

Origin of regimentation

First recorded in 1875–85; regiment + -ation

Example Sentences

Planters operated the nation’s first “big businesses,” managing large labor forces through factory-like regimentation.

From The Wall Street Journal

It was predicated on high intensity, unwavering regimentation and, above all else, strenuously heavy reps.

From Los Angeles Times

Rojas also thought about all the little moments this season, when he saw Ohtani grinding in the cage, or working on the bases, or going through his throwing program — a daily routine of strict regimentation.

From Los Angeles Times

The training hours are a new requirement for master cosmetic tattoo artists, those who practice advanced techniques such as permanent eye shadow and breast and scar regimentation.

From Washington Times

Amid a life of careful regimentation, including regular and intense exercise and adherence to a strict diet, avoiding even the smallest pat of butter or sip of alcohol, she took up the guitar and songwriting.

From New York Times