regard
rih-GAHD
Regard (noun) means Respect or high opinion of someone or something. Example: “She holds her old professor in high regard.”
noun
1
Respect or high opinion of someone or something.
"She holds her old professor in high regard."
"He has little regard for other people's time."
"The team showed great regard for the coach's experience and advice."
verb
1
To consider or think of someone or something in a particular way.
"Many critics regard the film as a masterpiece."
"I regard honesty as the most important quality in a friend."
"Locals regard the old bridge as a symbol of their town."
2
To look at closely; to pay attention to.
"She regarded him warily across the table."
"The cat regarded the stranger silently from the top of the wall."
"He regarded the painting for a long time before speaking."
How to use regard
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the respect you have for someone, or the act of viewing or considering something in a certain way.
Common pairings
high regard
in this regard
regard someone as
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Word forms
- Plural
- regards
- Third person singular
- regards
- Past tense
- regarded
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Etymology
From Anglo-Norman reguard, related to reguarder, "to look at, watch." It shares roots with guard and ward.
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What does “regard” mean?
The word “regard” means respect or high opinion of someone or something. In plain terms, either the respect you have for someone, or the act of viewing or considering something in a certain way.
How do you pronounce “regard”?
“Regard” is pronounced rih-GAHD (/ɹɪˈɡɑɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “regard” in a sentence?
Here is “regard” used in a sentence: “She holds her old professor in high regard.”
What is another word for “regard”?
Words with a similar meaning to “regard” include consideration, onlook and respect.
What is the opposite of “regard”?
The opposite of “regard” — its antonyms — is neglect.
What part of speech is “regard”?
Depending on how it is used, “regard” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “regard” come from?
The word “regard” comes from Anglo-Norman. From Anglo-Norman reguard, related to reguarder, "to look at, watch." It shares roots with guard and ward.
Is “regard” a common word?
“Regard” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between 'regard' and 'regards'?
In the singular, 'regard' means respect or high opinion (I hold her in high regard), or the act of considering something. The plural 'regards' is used to convey good wishes, especially at the end of a letter or message, as in 'best regards'.
Should you write 'in regard to' or 'in regards to'?
The standard forms are 'in regard to' and 'with regard to', both using the singular 'regard'. 'In regards to' is very common in speech but is widely considered incorrect in formal writing.
What is the difference between 'regard' and 'consider'?
As verbs, both 'regard' and 'consider' mean to think of someone or something in a particular way. 'Regard' often carries a sense of evaluation or feeling toward the subject, as in 'she is regarded as an expert', while 'consider' can be more neutral.
When do you use 'with regard to' instead of 'regarding'?
Both introduce a topic and mean 'concerning'. 'Regarding' is a single word and tends to sound more concise and slightly more formal, while 'with regard to' is a fixed phrase that carries the same meaning.
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