regardless of

preposition

: without taking into account

accepts all regardless of age

also : in spite of

regardless of our mistakes

Synonyms of regardless of

• despite
• notwithstanding
• in spite of

Examples of regardless of in a Sentence

regardless of what was previously agreed to, we now refuse to sign the contract

Recent Examples on the Web

Typically, use of a credit card is optional and the same insurance is available, regardless of the method of payment. — Carson Brunson, CNBC, 13 Nov. 2026

Physicians remain responsible for appropriate scheduling regardless of reimbursement. — Matt Finkelstein, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Nov. 2026

Emerging economies need better representation, and leadership positions should be open to all candidates regardless of nationality. — Pedro Sánchez, Foreign Affairs, 13 Nov. 2026

Rather than simply hiring more YouTubers or adapting unusual internet properties, is the real lesson to take chances on newer, original voices, regardless of platform or genre? — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for regardless of

• hereinabove
• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove