regardless

[ri-gahrd-lis] / rɪˈgɑrd lɪs /

ADJECTIVE

indifferent, unconcerned

Synonyms

STRONG

disregarding

WEAK

behindhand blind careless coarse crude deaf delinquent derelict heedless inadvertent inattentive inconsiderate insensitive lax listless mindless neglectful negligent nonobservant rash reckless remiss rude slack unfeeling unheeding uninterested unmindful

Antonyms

WEAK

attentive concerned heedful

ADVERB

despite everything

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anyway nevertheless

WEAK

against although aside from at any cost but come what may despite distinct from for all that in any case in spite of everything leaving aside no matter what nonetheless notwithstanding without considering without regard to

Antonyms

WEAK

irregardless

Example Sentences

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The data suggests buyers and sellers came to the table regardless of rates in March—though such pending deals can still fall through before closing.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

They are often stored in the refrigerator, which spoils their texture and reduces their flavor, regardless of variety.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

Candidates from both parties are eligible to participate due to California’s “jungle primary” system, in which all candidates appear on the same ballot regardless of political affiliation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

For centuries, golfers played the ball “as it lay” in the sand, regardless of the conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Washington also rejected this request, explaining that Andre, regardless of his personal attractiveness, was no more and no less than a spy.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis

regardless

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