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irrespective

 

[ ˌɪrɪˈspɛktɪv ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

formal usage

Irrespective means without considering something or in spite of something. It indicates that a certain fact, condition, or situation does not influence or change the outcome or decision. Commonly used in formal writing or speech, it serves to emphasize the independence of an action or statement from other factors. For example, one might say 'irrespective of the consequences, he decided to continue with his plan'.

Synonyms

despite, in spite of, notwithstanding, regardless

Examples of usage

  • Irrespective of age, everyone is welcome.
  • She voted, irrespective of the polling results.
  • Irrespective of the weather, the event will proceed.
  • He pursued his dream, irrespective of the risks.

Translations

Translations of the word "irrespective" in other languages:

🇵🇹 independentemente

🇮🇳 बिना परवाह किए

🇩🇪 unabhängig

🇮🇩 terlepas dari

🇺🇦 незалежно

🇵🇱 niezależnie

🇯🇵 無関係に

🇫🇷 indépendamment

🇪🇸 independientemente

🇹🇷 bağımsız olarak

🇰🇷 상관없이

🇸🇦 بغض النظر عن

🇨🇿 bez ohledu na

🇸🇰 bez ohľadu na

🇨🇳 无论

🇸🇮 neodvisno

🇮🇸 óháð

🇰🇿 тәуелсіз

🇬🇪 დამოუკიდებლად

🇦🇿 müstəqil

🇲🇽 independientemente

Etymology

The word 'irrespective' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the prefix 'ir-' indicating negation, and 'respective,' which comes from the Latin 'respectus' meaning 'to look back or regard.' Initially used in legal and formal contexts, it has since expanded into broader usage in everyday English. The structure reflects the English language's tendency to create words that express negation or exclusion. The prefix 'ir-' is commonly used to modify words to convey an opposite meaning, while 'respective' pertains to relating to particular persons or things. Over time, 'irrespective' has become an important term, particularly in discussions of social equity and inclusivity, stressing the idea of equality regardless of external factors.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,391 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.