ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Irrespective

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪɹɪˈspɛktɪv/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Irrespective is an adjective meaning Heedless, regardless.

Meaning

Heedless, regardless.

More Meanings

  1. Without regard for conditions, circumstances, or consequences; unbiased; independent; impartial.
  2. (obsolete) Disrespectful.

Example Sentences

an irrespective judgment
According to this doctrine, it must be resolved wholly into the absolute, irrespective will of God.
His followers are become so wicked and irrespective, as to[…]cast their owne misdeeds upon the broad back of the Prince.
In fact, the influence of signage in a certain area may exist anywhere on a continuum from profoundly effective to utterly trivial or completely insignificant, irrespective of the intent motivating the signs.

Synonyms for irrespective

Depending on context, synonyms include regardless, irregardless, disregarding, disregardless.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include regardless, disregardless, irregardless, disregarding, irrespectively, indiscriminately.

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