regard

verb
UK: /rɪˈɡɑːd/
US: /rɪˈɡɑːrd/

  1. To think about someone or something in a particular way.

    1. I regard him as my best friend.
    2. They regard this new law as a threat to their freedom, showing their concern.

  2. To look steadily at someone or something.

    1. He regarded her with a smile.
    2. She regarded the painting, lost in thought about the artist's intent regarding symbolism.

Synonyms

relation consider view esteem attention respect
regard noun

  1. Respect or admiration for someone or something.

    1. I have great regard for her.
    2. The public holds the medical profession in high regard because of their dedication.

  2. Attention to or consideration of something.

    1. He has no regard for safety.
    2. With careful regard to detail, she planned the event meticulously, ensuring its success.
regard preposition

  1. As regards: concerning a particular subject.

    1. As regards money, I have none.
    2. As regards the schedule, we will send out an update as soon as possible.
regard plural-noun

  1. Regards: kind greetings.

    1. Give my regards to your mother.
    2. Please send my regards to your family, I hope they are all doing well.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "regard" in English means: To think about someone or something in a particular way., To look steadily at someone or something..

The phonetic transcription of "regard" is /rɪˈɡɑːd/ in British English and /rɪˈɡɑːrd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "regard": relation, consider, view, esteem, attention, respect.

Example usage of "regard": "I regard him as my best friend.". More examples on the page.