regulate

(verb) fix or adjust the time, amount, degree, or rate of. Synonyms: modulate. Examples: "Regulate the temperature." "Modulate the pitch."

(verb) bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations. Synonyms: regularize, regularise, order, govern. Examples: "We cannot regulate the way people dress." "This town likes to regulate."

(verb) shape or influence; give direction to. Synonyms: determine, shape, mold, influence. Examples: "Experience often determines ability." "Mold public opinion."

(verb) check the emission of (sound). Synonyms: baffle.