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Synonyms & Similar Words
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Meaning of disregard
According to Merriam-Webster, "disregard" means to pay no attention to, or to ignore something.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines "disregard" as the act of ignoring or paying no attention to something, or the state of being ignored or disregarded.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "disregard" as to deliberately not consider or pay attention to something.
Example Uses
- The company will disregard any application that is not submitted on time.
- She disregarded the warning signs and proceeded with the experiment.
- The new policy disregards the rights of minority groups.
- He disregarded the speed limit and got a ticket.
- The judge will disregard any evidence that is not relevant to the case.