Regardless

/rɪˈɡɑːrd.ləs/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
Without considering; irrespective of.
She continued her work regardless of the distractions around her.
In spite of everything; no matter how.
He decided to pursue his dreams regardless of the challenges he might face.
Without regard or concern for something.
They forged ahead with their plans, regardless of the warnings they received.
Not paying attention to the particular facts of a situation.
Regardless of what others think, she stands by her decisions.
Despite the circumstances.
The team played their best regardless of the weather conditions.

Etymology

Late Middle English; from 'regard' with a negation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

regardless of
without being affected by; despite.
regardless what
without paying attention to what.

Related Words

regard
to consider or think of someone or something in a specified way.
irregardless
nonstandard synonym for regardless, often used informally.

Slang Meanings

Anyways
I'm going to the party, regardless.
No matter what
I'll finish this project regardless.