1. opposed to or acting against regulation, especially government regulation of business or industry
Usage: often used in political and economic contexts

Examples

• The antiregulatory movement gained momentum among business leaders seeking fewer government restrictions.
• Her antiregulatory stance made her a popular candidate with small business owners.
• The administration's antiregulatory policies aimed to reduce compliance costs for corporations.
• Environmental groups criticized the antiregulatory approach to industrial oversight.
• Antiregulatory sentiment has grown in response to what some view as excessive bureaucratic control.