regard

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.

“Regard” is pronounced rih-GAHD (/ɹɪˈɡɑɹd/ in IPA).

Here is “regard” used in a sentence: “She holds her old professor in high regard.”

Words with a similar meaning to “regard” include consideration, onlook and respect.

The opposite of “regard” — its antonyms — is neglect.

Depending on how it is used, “regard” can be a noun and a verb.

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.

“Regard” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

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'.

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.

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.

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.