irrespective
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irrespective
- /ɪɹɪˈspɛktɪv/
Rhymes with -ɛktɪv
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Proto-Indo-European *né
Proto-Indo-European *n̥-
Proto-Italic *n̥-
Latin in-
Latin ir-
English ir-
English respective
English irrespective
From ir- + respective.
adjective
- Heedless, regardless. That alone, apart from Mr. Wyse’s old-fashioned notions on the subject, made telephoning impossible, for your summons was usually answered by his cook, who instantly began scolding the butcher irrespective and disrespectful of whom you were.
- Without regard for conditions, circumstances, or consequences; unbiased; independent; impartial. an irrespective judgment
- Disrespectful. His followers are become so wicked and irrespective, as to[…]cast their owne misdeeds upon the broad back of the Prince.