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Disregard

Verb / ˌdɪsrɪˈgɑ:rd / Another word for disregard — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to pay no attention to; ignore

Synonyms & similar words

brushoff neglect dismiss pushaside ignore brushaside discount snub cut ignore neglect overlook discount forget disdain scorn spurn reject discountenance disrespect slight snub

Synonyms by register

Formal

ignore neglect overlook discount

Informal

brush off write off pay no mind to shrug off

Literary

scorn slight disdain

Antonyms

heed consider notice regard respect attend mind

Common collocations

  • disregard the rules
  • disregard the consequences
  • disregard the warning
  • disregard the advice
  • disregard the evidence
  • disregard the instructions

Word family

noun disregard
verb disregard
adjective disregarded

Usage note

Disregard is often used in formal contexts, especially in instructions or warnings. It implies a conscious decision to ignore something important.

Example sentences

  1. She asked him to disregard the rumors about her.
  2. The teacher told the students to disregard the distractions and focus on their work.
  3. He chose to disregard the warning signs and continued with his plan.
  4. She felt hurt when he disregarded her feelings.
  5. He disregarded the safety instructions and got injured.

Quotes

  • "The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." - Nelson Mandela
  • "It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop." - Confucius
  • "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." - Winston Churchill

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