irrespective

American  

[ir-i-spek-tiv] / ˌɪr ɪˈspɛk tɪv /

adjective

1. without regard to something else, especially something specified; ignoring or discounting (usually followed byof ).

   Irrespective of my wishes, I should go.

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irrespective British  

/ ˌɪrɪˈspɛktɪv /

adjective

1. (preposition) without taking account of; regardless of

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adverb

1. informal regardless; without due consideration

   he carried on with his plan irrespective

Other Word Forms

• irrespectively adverb

Etymology

Origin of irrespective

First recorded in 1630–40; ir- ² + respective

Example Sentences

First, he pointed to deleveraging that often takes place in an asset in which investors have ample profits, irrespective of its fundamental drivers.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

"This is an example of what we would like to be doing, to be able to do this year-round, irrespective of the crisis that is going on," Smith added.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

They even provide financial incentives for engaging content, irrespective of whether it’s real or AI-generated.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

Commentators have also pointed out that in South Africa, all children have a legal right to basic education, irrespective of their nationality or status in the country.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026

“It would be very nice if we could make a decision irrespective of football,” said school board member Lee Buice, “but that may be where the gauntlet is thrown.”

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger

Related Words

• heedless
• inattentive
• regardless