regardless
rih-GAHD-lihs
Regardless (adv) means Without letting something change the outcome; no matter what. Example: “She decided to go ahead with the trip, regardless of the weather.”
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Without letting something change the outcome; no matter what.
"She decided to go ahead with the trip, regardless of the weather."
"Regardless of the cost, they wanted the best seats in the house."
"Everyone is welcome to join the club, regardless of age or experience."
How to use regardless
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsed to say that something happens or is true no matter what other factors might suggest otherwise.
Common mistake
"Irregardless" is a nonstandard variant many people use by mistake — "regardless" alone already carries the intended meaning.
Common pairings
regardless of
push ahead regardless
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more regardless
- Superlative
- most regardless
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She decided to go ahead with the trip, _____ of the weather.
Etymology
Formed from regard plus the suffix -less, meaning "without regard."
Synonyms
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nonetheless
nevertheless
notwithstanding
irrespective
no matter what
after all
algate
always
any road up
anyhoo
anyhow
anyroad
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Frequently asked questions
What does “regardless” mean?
The word “regardless” means without letting something change the outcome; no matter what. In plain terms, used to say that something happens or is true no matter what other factors might suggest otherwise.
How do you pronounce “regardless”?
“Regardless” is pronounced rih-GAHD-lihs (/ɹɪˈɡɑɹd.lɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “regardless” in a sentence?
Here is “regardless” used in a sentence: “She decided to go ahead with the trip, regardless of the weather.”
What is another word for “regardless”?
Words with a similar meaning to “regardless” include after all, algate, always, any road up, anyhoo and anyhow.
What is the opposite of “regardless”?
The opposite of “regardless” — its antonyms — are carefully, attentively, circumspectly and gingerly.
What part of speech is “regardless”?
“Regardless” is an adverb.
Is “regardless” a common word?
“Regardless” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
Is "irregardless" a real word?
Irregardless appears in some dictionaries but is widely considered nonstandard and is best avoided in careful writing. Because "regardless" already means "without regard," adding the negative "ir-" prefix is redundant. Stick with regardless, or use irrespective. Most editors and teachers treat irregardless as an error.
What is the difference between regardless and irrespective?
They are near-synonyms, both meaning "without being affected by something." Regardless is slightly more common and conversational, while irrespective sounds a touch more formal. Both are usually followed by "of," as in "regardless of cost" or "irrespective of age." In practice you can choose either.
What is an example of regardless in a sentence?
"The match will go ahead regardless of the weather" means the weather will not change the outcome. Used alone at the end, as in "It was risky, but she did it regardless," it means "anyway" or "no matter what." Both stress that something proceeds despite obstacles.
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