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Regardless: Definition, Usage & Common Mistakes (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：despite everything (regardless)
regardless
/ɹɪˈɡɑɹdləs/
adv.
It means you do something even though you know there might be problems or people disagree.
despite everything
➕
/dɪˈspaɪt ˈɛvriˌθɪŋ/
adv.
Used to indicate that something proceeds or is done without being affected by particular circumstances.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From 'regard' (to consider) + '-less' (without), literally meaning 'without consideration'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think of a guard ignoring a "REGARD" sign. He acts REGARDLESS.
📖 Example
She decided to travel abroad alone regardless of her parents' worries.
She decided to travel abroad alone despite her parents' worries.
🔗 Collocations
regardless of – without considering; paying no attention to
press on regardless – to continue determinedly in spite of difficulties
do something regardless – to do something without letting obstacles stop you
🔄 Synonyms
nonetheless (adv.) – in spite of that; nevertheless
nevertheless (adv.) – in spite of that; however
anyway (adv.) – used to confirm or support a point or idea just mentioned
🚫 Antonyms
accordingly (adv.) – in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances
consequently (adv.) – as a result; therefore
🌱 Derivatives
📖 Cultural Story
Formed in the mid-16th century from the noun 'regard'. Initially used as an adjective meaning 'not deserving regard'. Its adverbial use, signifying 'without consideration for consequences', became dominant in modern English, frequently appearing in formal discussions and decision-making contexts.
Meaning 2：nevertheless (regardless)
regardless
/ɹɪˈɡɑɹdləs/
adv.
It's used to say "this is what matters in the end" or "this is my final point", after mentioning other things.
nevertheless
➕
/ˌnɛvərðəˈlɛs/
adv.
Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or qualifies what has just been said.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The cafeteria might have a long line, but regardless, we all need to eat lunch.
The cafeteria might have a long line, but nevertheless, we all need to eat lunch.
🔗 Collocations
but regardless – used to emphasize the main point after acknowledging something else
regardless, it's important – nevertheless, it holds significance
regardless of that – in spite of that fact
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
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