disregard
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪsˈrɪɡɑrd/
KK: /dɪsˈrɪɡɑrd/
noun
Definition
A lack of attention or consideration for something or someone.
Example
His disregard for the rules led to serious consequences.
Conversation
I can't believe how much disregard some people have for the rules.
I know, right? It’s frustrating when they just ignore everything.
Yeah, I feel like a lot of problems could be avoided with a little more respect.
Exactly! It’s all about being considerate of each other.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
neglect
indifference
apathy
Antonyms
consideration
attention
regard
transitive verb
Definition
To ignore something or someone, not paying attention to them or treating them with respect.
Example
She chose to disregard the negative comments and focus on her goals.
Tense Forms
Past: disregarded
Past Participle: disregarded
Conversation
I noticed you seemed to disregard my advice about the project.
Oh really? I didn't mean to; I was just overwhelmed with everything.
I get that, but it felt like you weren't really listening.
Root Explanation
Disregard is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or away) and "regard" (from Old French *regarder*, meaning to look at or consider). The word means to look away from or not consider something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'looking away' ('regard' means to look) and 'apart' ('dis-' means away) — that's why disregard means to not consider something.
Visually Confused Words
predisregard
dispread
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