1. freed from government rules and restrictions
Usage: economics; business

Examples

• The deregulated airline industry saw increased competition and lower prices.
• Energy markets became deregulated in many states during the 1990s.
• Deregulated banking led to both innovation and increased risk.
• The deregulated telecommunications sector experienced rapid technological advancement.
• Critics argued that deregulated financial markets contributed to the economic crisis.
• Consumers benefited from deregulated utility companies offering competitive rates.