(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point; "it differs in that respect"
Used in a Sentence
regard
How to use regard in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for regard.
Editorial note
"This is why we're in such a sad state with regard to software patents.
Examples12
Definitions10
Parts of speech2
Quick take
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point; "it differs in that respect"
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of regard gathered in one view.
paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people); "his attentiveness to her wishes"; "he spends without heed to the consequences"
(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare; "give him my kind regards"; "my best wishes"
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for regard.
noun
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point; "it differs in that respect"
See also: respect
noun
paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people); "his attentiveness to her wishes"; "he spends without heed to the consequences"
See also: attentiveness, heed
noun
(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare; "give him my kind regards"; "my best wishes"
See also: wish, compliments
noun
a long fixed look; "he fixed his paternal gaze on me"
See also: gaze
noun
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded); "it is held in esteem"; "a man who has earned high regard"
noun
a feeling of friendship and esteem; "she mistook his manly regard for love"; "he inspires respect"
See also: respect
noun
an attitude of admiration or esteem; "she lost all respect for him"
verb
deem to be; "She views this quite differently from me"; "I consider her to be shallow"; "I don't see the situation quite as negatively as you do"
verb
look at attentively
See also: consider
verb
connect closely and often incriminatingly; "This new ruling affects your business"
Example sentences
"This is why we're in such a sad state with regard to software patents.
If all it did was sit there and run, we could regard it as equivalent to a circuit.
You should regard money as fuel for what you really want to do, not as a goal in and of itself.
New projects were piled on with no regard for workload or realistic deadlines.
" I've heard this same sentiment over, and over, and over from friends and lawyers with regard to my case, but guess what?
This includes all behavior, including what some might regard as "good" and some might regard as "bad".
There was widespread mockery of people earning 500k who regarded themselves as just making ends meet.
** I have no problem with cperciva acting however he wants in this regard, and absolutely do not mean any disrespect.
Its amazing how resourceful you get when your resources are limited!The funny thing is that when you look busy yet can still find the time to help others, people hold you in high regard.
People often ask the hypothetical of what sorts of behavior we consider normal today that people in the far future will regard as barbaric or bizarre.
Independent developers are not best served by the App Store, unless they get ridiculously fortunate with regard to its kingmaking economics.
The Australian government is getting better in this regard[1], they now have an open tender website but I believe it still requires some form of accreditation that has a person in a department standing between application and approval.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use regard in a sentence?
"This is why we're in such a sad state with regard to software patents.
What does regard mean?
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point; "it differs in that respect"
What part of speech is regard?
regard is commonly used as noun, verb.