MODULATE Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

modulate

verb

Definition of modulate

as in to regulate

to make changes to (something) in order to keep a desirable balance, proportion, etc. He takes insulin to modulate his blood sugar levels. She kept talking during the performance, making no effort to modulate her voice.

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Recent Examples of modulate Morning light is the primary cue for the body’s master clock, and bright early exposure can phase-advance the sleep-wake cycle while modulating cortisol. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026 By triggering the release of a natural growth factor in the brain and modulating neural pathways associated with addiction and reward, ibogaine restores healthy dopamine function and reduces cravings, Barsuglia said. — Gavin Escott, USA Today, 6 July 2026 The mushroom also contains immune-modulating polysaccharides that may reduce the over-reactiveness of the immune response and down-regulate histamine levels and inflammation. — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 26 June 2026 The center adds that reishi contains immune-modulating polysaccharides that may reduce the over-reactiveness of the immune response and down-regulate histamine levels and inflammation. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for modulate

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That’s why the window to regulate the use of AI is closing fast.

— Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
California is seen as one of the key battlegrounds for how the technology is regulated across the country.

— Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of regulate

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Its pilots fly with SkyBreathe software that adjusts routes and flight profiles in real time to burn less fuel, and the airline flew one A350 delivery leg from Singapore on a 40 percent blend of sustainable aviation fuel.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
The Justice Department office that handles immigration courts said in a statement that judges were adjusting their schedules to resolve cases more quickly, while making sure all cases get handled fairly and lawfully.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of adjust

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But the goal is to improve food access for vulnerable residents, Wang said.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Earlier this year, Atrium Health and WakeMed announced a merger agreement, projected to improve access and affordability across the state, accelerate growth and jobs in Wake County and transform mental healthcare.

— Eva Flowe August 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2026

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