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verb

Definition of regardnext
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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes she regarded him with astonishment when he announced he had gotten engaged

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as in to note
to take notice of and be guided by as a traveler, you should regard the laws and customs of whatever country you are visiting

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as in to consider
to think of in a particular way I wouldn't regard that offhand comment as a serious threat to your personal safety

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as in to respect
to think very highly or favorably of an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers

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as in to anticipate
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies) the judges regard the amount of effort and energy you put into the project in evaluating it

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noun

ri-ˈgärd How to pronounce regard (audio)
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as in respect
a feeling of great approval and liking I have a deep regard for humanitarian aid workers who risk everything to help the poor

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as in glimpse
an instance of looking especially briefly flashed the young man an imperial regard that clearly indicated such behavior was out of line

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as in reference
relation to or concern with something specified with regard to your request for time off, go ahead and take the whole week for vacation

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as in greetings
regards plural best wishes give your parents my regards

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as in gaze
a fixed intent look fixed the same magisterial regard on all the miscreants who appeared before her in court

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as in look
archaic the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality Lord Warwick's noble regard and gallant demeanor set the innocent maid's heart aflutter

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How does the verb regard contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of regard are admire, esteem, and respect. While all these words mean "to recognize the worth of a person or thing," regard is a general term that is usually qualified.

he is highly regarded in the profession

In what contexts can admire take the place of regard?

The meanings of admire and regard largely overlap; however, admire suggests usually enthusiastic appreciation and often deep affection.

a friend that I truly admire

When might esteem be a better fit than regard?

The words esteem and regard are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, esteem implies greater warmth of feeling accompanying a high valuation.

no citizen of the town was more highly esteemed

When can respect be used instead of regard?

While the synonyms respect and regard are close in meaning, respect implies a considered evaluation or estimation.

after many years they came to respect her views

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Recent Examples of regard
Verb
Some Black students have also faced disciplinary action regarding their natural hairstyles, including Darryl George, a Texas teen, who was placed in in-school suspension for the length of his locs. —Chandelis Duster, NPR, 12 Mar. 2025 By law, the office reviews complaints regarding the nation's most vulnerable students, including Section 504, which helps ensure that students with disabilities have equal access to educational opportunities. —Arthur Jones Ii, ABC News, 12 Mar. 2025
Noun
The 23-year-old has embraced Fernandez’s challenge, averaging a career-best 3.4 assists this season, but obviously still has ways to go to maximize his potential in that regard. —C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025 Cam has always held Eminem in high regard as one of rap’s best. —Michael Saponara, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for regard
Recent Examples of Synonyms for regard
  1. notice
  2. note
  3. consider
  4. respect
  5. anticipate
  6. admiration
  7. glimpse
  8. reference
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  • The new policy allows Ferbert to skip the time-consuming step of asking the council for permission in the form of a briefing session that must be scheduled days in advance and publicly noticed.
    — David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Retailers often anticipate a bump in sales around dividend time each year and even small businesses notice the uptick.
    — Shahar Ziv, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of notice
Verb
  • Some astutely noted how, in a world without enforceable contracts, there is more upside than downside to breaking a promise.
    — Ann Rutledge, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • This quality, Guan noted, hadn’t been expressed in Peng’s previous films.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of note
Verb
  • That is why seeing consensus first-round pick Omarion Hampton, widely considered the second-best running back in this year's class behind Ashton Jeanty, ranked as the seventh-best running back in the draft is a bit jarring.
    — Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025
  • But their final decision did not come without first considering the consequences.
    — Syra Ortiz Blanes, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of consider
Verb
  • University World News highlights the need for universities to ensure that their cross-border programs maintain high educational standards, all while respecting and adapting to the local cultural and academic context.
    — Maja Zelihic, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • This has only improved Musk’s standing with Trump, who both respects great wealth and appears flattered by the notion that the richest man in the world wants to spend his time shadowing him around Washington and Mar-a-Lago.
    — Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of respect
Verb
  • No one should have anticipated what Williams had done.
    — Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2025
  • Every organization anticipates retirements and resignations.
    — Sherzod Odilov, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Definition of anticipate
Noun
  • In a sector like luxury, defined by tradition, exclusivity, and craftsmanship, the emergence of new technologies generates both admiration and concern.
    — Esade Business & Law School, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Cho has noted his admiration for the great early-twentieth-century French pianist Marcelle Meyer, whose Ravel recordings are unsurpassed.
    — Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of admiration
Noun
  • The awards show also gives fans a glimpse at what to expect the most popular music will be in 2025.
    — Rachel DeSantis, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
  • What began as a straightforward concept quickly became a revealing glimpse into the future of work, talent, and innovation.
    — John Winsor, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of glimpse
Noun
  • Kelce donned a red hat with white letters that spelled out the word Tribeca, which Kelce explained was a reference to a neighborhood in New York City.
    — Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 14 Mar. 2025
  • But worms may have actually been a reference to beetle larvae emerging from the thawing bark of trees, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN, 13 Mar. 2025
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