adjective
Uncommon
irrespective
ih-rih-SPEHK-tihv
Irrespective (adjective) means not taking something into account; regardless of it. Example: “Everyone gets the same bonus, irrespective of how long they have worked here.”
adjective
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Not taking something into account; regardless of it.
"Everyone gets the same bonus, irrespective of how long they have worked here."
"The rule applies to all students, irrespective of age."
How to use irrespective
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAlmost always used as "irrespective of" — meaning "no matter what" or "regardless of."
Common mistake
It is almost always followed by "of." Saying just "irrespective" on its own sounds unfinished.
Common pairings
irrespective of age
irrespective of the outcome
irrespective of cost
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Etymology
Formed from ir- ("not") plus respective.
Rhymes for irrespective
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What does “irrespective” mean?
The word “irrespective” means not taking something into account; regardless of it. In plain terms, almost always used as "irrespective of" — meaning "no matter what" or "regardless of.".
How do you pronounce “irrespective”?
“Irrespective” is pronounced ih-rih-SPEHK-tihv (/ɪɹɪˈspɛktɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “irrespective” in a sentence?
Here is “irrespective” used in a sentence: “Everyone gets the same bonus, irrespective of how long they have worked here.”
What part of speech is “irrespective”?
“Irrespective” is an adjective.
Is “irrespective” a common word?
“Irrespective” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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