Synonyms of regarding

regarding 1 of 3

adjective

as in mindful

Related Words

• mindful
• wary
• vigilant
• watchful
• cautious
• circumspect
• responsible
• heeding
• observant
• thinking
• regardful
• chary
• guarded
• heedful
• alert
• meticulous
• painstaking
• punctilious
• gingerly
• forethoughtful
• careful
• provident
• foresighted
• interested
• concerned
• thoughtful
• conscientious
• nonnegligent
• attentive

Dissimilar Words

• careless
• negligent
• lax
• remiss
• slack
• lazy
• neglectful
• neglecting
• wild
• reckless
• irresponsible
• derelict
• heedless
• incautious
• disregardful
• unguarded
• unwary

regarding

2 of 3

preposition

ri-ˈgär-diŋ 

as in concerning

having to do with

wanted to talk to the company's vice president regarding a new product line

Synonyms & Similar Words

• concerning
• about
• toward
• on
• of
• respecting
• with regard to
• in regard to
• with respect to
• touching
• as for
• as regards
• in view of
• in respect to
• as to
• as far as
• apropos
• apropos of
• over

regarding

3 of 3

verb

present participle of regard

1

as in noticing

to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes

she regarded him with astonishment when he announced he had gotten engaged

Synonyms & Similar Words

• noticing
• seeing
• spotting
• eyeing
• noting
• remarking
• viewing
• looking (at)
• observing
• perceiving
• watching
• witnessing
• discerning
• sighting
• distinguishing
• spying
• considering
• catching
• beholding
• identifying
• espying
• descrying
• getting a load of
• setting eyes on
• laying eyes on
• examining
• picking out
• studying
• marking
• attending (to)
• surveying
• heeding
• scrutinizing
• inspecting
• making out
• scanning
• glancing (at)
• peering (at)
• minding
• picking up
• glimpsing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignoring
• disregarding
• neglecting
• passing over
• missing
• overlooking
• overpassing

2

as in following

to take notice of and be guided by

as a traveler, you should regard the laws and customs of whatever country you are visiting

Synonyms & Similar Words

• following
• noting
• respecting
• considering
• observing
• listening (to)
• obeying
• watching
• heeding
• contemplating
• pondering
• weighing
• keeping
• hearing
• conforming (to)
• minding
• mulling
• complying (with)
• noticing
• seeing
• attending (to)
• marking
• harking (to)
• hearkening (to)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignoring
• disregarding
• dismissing
• neglecting
• tuning out
• discounting
• brushing (aside or off)
• passing over
• scorning
• glossing (over)
• shrugging off
• flouting
• defying
• pooh-poohing
• glozing (over)
• snubbing
• slighting

3

as in considering

to think of in a particular way

I wouldn't regard that offhand comment as a serious threat to your personal safety

Synonyms & Similar Words

• considering
• calling
• viewing
• counting
• believing
• accounting
• looking (on or upon)
• thinking
• rating
• feeling
• holding
• taking for
• setting down
• imagining
• sensing
• esteeming
• deeming
• reckoning
• conceiving
• fancying

4

as in respecting

to think very highly or favorably of

an astronomer who is highly regarded by his peers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• respecting
• admiring
• appreciating
• considering
• praising
• commending
• liking
• loving
• enjoying
• approving
• valuing
• crediting
• esteeming
• complimenting
• venerating
• applauding
• acclaiming
• favoring
• reverencing
• revering
• drinking (in)
• relishing
• adoring
• reveling (in)
• delighting (in)
• setting store by
• savoring
• grooving (on)
• fancying
• accrediting
• worshipping
• idolizing
• doting (on)
• digging
• canonizing
• cherishing
• hallowing
• treasuring
• prizing
• deifying
• adulating

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hating
• despising
• detesting
• loathing
• abhorring
• disregarding
• dismissing
• condemning
• discounting
• decrying
• deploring
• disapproving
• disliking
• abominating
• disdaining
• frowning (on or upon)
• execrating
• scorning
• vilifying
• disfavoring
• discountenancing
• kissing off

5

as in anticipating

to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)

the judges regard the amount of effort and energy you put into the project in evaluating it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• considering
• anticipating
• allowing (for)
• providing (for)
• adjusting
• taking into account
• contemplating
• taking account of
• facing
• expecting
• factoring (in or into)
• adapting
• reckoning with
• planning
• foreseeing
• figuring on
• conditioning
• accommodating
• presuming
• calculating
• envisaging
• assuming
• presupposing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disregarding
• discounting
• factoring (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of regarding

Preposition

Metro Police detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting, and are in contact with the District Attorney’s Office regarding charging decisions. — Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 18 Oct. 2025

Was any decision made regarding reducing Partey’s media obligations? — James McNicholas, New York Times, 11 July 2025

The tragedy is still under investigation but concerns have been raised regarding congested airspace and understaffed air traffic control facilities at Reagan National. — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 5 Feb. 2025

Critics of the deal have cited concerns about the intentions of Nippon Steel regarding continuing domestic production, particularly in blast furnaces. — David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024

This was encapsulated by Belichick’s response about why fans should be optimistic regarding next season. — Christopher L. Gasper, BostonGlobe.com, 29 Mar. 2023

The feedback was good regarding Sanders coming out of summer workouts. — Matt Zenitz | [email protected], al, 8 Aug. 2019

Verb

On Wednesday, the STB said the Class Is must publicize certain information regarding the merger’s impact on employment in its next filing. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 July 2026

The discovery and study of impact craters can give insights into the origin and evolution of Earth, deepen our understanding of the solar system and reveal information regarding the geological processes of planets. — Megan Fahrney, ABC News, 24 July 2026

Additionally, our Bee Local Accountability Team will be present to answer any questions or suggestions regarding schools in our suburban communities. — Kat Tran july 24, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026

The move comes despite a continuing lack of evidence regarding their safety and effectiveness. — John Timmer, ArsTechnica, 24 July 2026

The sheriff-coroner’s determination on the cause of death was based on a forensic examination, Shields’ health and medical records and information provided by her family regarding her struggles with chronic alcohol use disorder. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

However, his son, Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, has not issued any statement regarding his views on the atomic bomb. — Jon Gambrell, Fortune, 24 July 2026

Doctors have a range of views regarding issues of both testosterone level monitoring as well as administration of TRT for low testosterone levels. — Nina Shapiro, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026

Require regular reminders at board meetings regarding ethics and conflict-of-interest obligations. — Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026