Regard

/rɪˈɡɑːrd/

Meaning & Definition

noun
attention to or concern for something; consideration.
His lack of regard for the rules got him into trouble.
a feeling of respect or admiration for someone or something.
She has high regard for her mentor's achievements.
a greeting or expression of goodwill.
Please give my regards to your family.
verb
to consider or think of (someone or something) in a specified way.
She is regarded as one of the best scientists in her field.
to look at attentively; to observe.
He regarded the painting for a long time, admiring its details.

Etymology

Middle English: from Old French 'regarder', from re- (expressing intensive force) + garder 'to watch'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in regard to
concerning or about
with regard to
in relation to
have no regard for
to not care about or value
pay no regard to
to ignore or not consider

Related Words

regarding
concerning; about
regardful
showing regard; considerate
regardlessness
without regard; disregardful

Slang Meanings

to look at someone or something in a challenging way
He gave her a hard regard when she mentioned the incident.
to take someone seriously or consider their opinion
If you don't regard his advice, you're making a mistake.