irrespective
pronunciation
How to pronounce irrespective in British English:
UK [ɪrɪˈspektɪv]
How to pronounce irrespective in American English:
US [ɪrɪˈspektɪv]
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- Adverb:
- in spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks
Word Origin
- irrespective (adj.)
- 1620s (implied in irrespectively), "disrespectful," from assimilated form of in- (1) "not, opposite of" + respective. Meaning "without taking account of (something)" is from 1690s. Main modern use is adverbial ("irrespective of"), attested from 1839.
Example
- 1. Make sure the foundation of your relationship is solid irrespective of your finances .
- 2. We must succeed irrespective of the number of casualties .
- 3. They would be provided if the 90-day freeze were agreed but irrespective of a final signed deal with the palestinians .
- 4. The laws apply to everybody irrespective of race , creed or colour .
- 5. The job is open to everyone , irrespective of political orientation .