regard1 nounregard2 verb
regardre‧gard1 /rɪˈɡɑːd $ -ɑːrd/ ●●○ W3 noun 
WORD ORIGINregard1
Origin:
1300-1400 Old French regarder; ➔ REGARD2EXAMPLES FROM THE CORPUS
- For most researchers there are two choices available in regard to instrument design.
- Henry Fielding was one of those who was annoyed by the poor's presumption in this regard.
- In every case, the need for empathy and positive regard is greatly increased.
- In this regard, do not limit yourself to experts.
- The first is in regard to numbers and the second concerns language.
- There are no employees with serious disabilities on the payroll either, though with regard to that issue also they are open-minded.
- When exercising its discretion the court will have regard to all the circumstances.
Longman Language Activatorabout a subject or person
· Toby talks about you all the time.· This leaflet should answer all the questions you have about switching to digital TV.· I'm reading a really good book at the moment - it's about the French Revolution.· What's all the fuss about?about what/how/where etc · I've been thinking about what you said, and I've decided that you're right.
about a particular subject: · Lucia Piatti has written several books on the subject.advice/opinions/ideas etc on: · If you want any advice on where to stay, Jan should be able to help you.· His views on women are really old-fashioned.on what/how/where etc: · Do you have any ideas on where to eat tonight?book/programme/film etc on: · a book on 19th century English Literature· a lecture on Native American customs and folklore· Did you see that programme on South Africa last night?
formal about something or someone - use this especially to talk about information, ideas, or questions: · For any details concerning a particular country you should check with the embassy.· Richard was called in by the police to answer questions concerning the disappearance of Thomas Ripley.· If you have any questions regarding any of our services, please feel free to call me.· Thank you for your letter regarding the annual subscription to our magazine.
if you talk or write on the subject of someone or something, you talk or write about them: · Marie said nothing at all on the subject of Mr Bertram.while we're on the subject (=used when you are talking about a subject and want to say more about it): · While we're on the subject of money, do you have that $10 you owe me?
used in short business letters, messages etc: · Re planning meeting on Friday, please bring sales figures.· To: John Deacon. From: Maria Soames. Re: computer system.
formal used especially to introduce a subject that you want to talk about in a speech, formal report, meeting etc: · With regard to the proposed new shopping mall, I would like to add a few remarks to those of the previous speaker.· With regard to your letter concerning my January payment, this matter has now been settled.
use this in e-mails to introduce the subject you want to talk about. Wrt is an abbreviation of "with regard to": · Wrt your looking out for a new computer, I saw a good offer in the paper yesterday.· I'll be contacting Jean tomorrow wrt the Christmas party - is there anything you'd like me to suggest to her?
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY Meaning 1adjectives
We want the best for each individual child with due regard for the interests of the other children. The plants are generally regarded as weeds. a generally accepted view a highly regarded author They produce goods with scant regard for quality.COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADJECTIVE
· The players have a very high regard for their manager.
· This might explain the low regard in which the president is held.
(=which people feel for each other)· There seems to have been a genuine mutual regard between the two leaders.
(=fairly high regard)· Eliot had considerable regard for Collingwood.
verbs· Doctors are held in high regard by society.
· I had the highest regard for him.
Meaning 2verbs· Some motorists have no regard for other road users.
formal:· The court must have particular regard to the factors listed in section 13.
· The architect who designed the building paid too little regard to its function.
· He showed great regard for the Mosaic Law and Jewish customs.
adjectives· The aim is to get the job done as cheaply as possible, with due regard to high standards.
(=not enough regard)· He drove himself on, with little regard for his own health.
(=very little regard)· Should we be exporting arms to countries with scant regard for human rights?
· The decision was implemented with no regard for the families still living on the estate.
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES· The city was regarded as crucial to the area’s defence.
We want the best for each individual child with due regard for the interests of the other children.· These measures are seen as essential for national security.
The plants are generally regarded as weeds. a generally accepted view (=respect them very much) As an educationalist, he was held in very high esteem. Romsey earned high praise from his boss.
As an educationalist, he was held in very high esteem. Romsey earned high praise from his boss. a highly regarded author They produce goods with scant regard for quality.· Turner could arguably find a more permanent niche with another side, through Hampshire have a high regard for his ability.· While I hold these scholars and practitioners in the highest regard, I have not relied exclusively on their work.· One of the rules shows that the Convention had a high regard for its dignity.· Young women of this age show a high regard for each other's individuality and a greater ability to tolerate differences.· They receive information on it from people they trust, and whose opinion they hold in high regard.· He holds the rabbit in high regard as a sporting quarry.
· They also became aware of the low regard in which the farm worker is held outside their own rural area.
· She seemed to have a proper regard for the frivolous things in life.· Clearly its exercise must be governed by practical considerations, and by a proper regard for the rights of others.· The Brezhnev leadership, like Stalin's, showed a proper regard for the political stakes in interstate rivalry.
· Other criticisms of the Ridley ruling appear to show scant regard for the integrity of the retailer or its competitiveness.· Wall Street is notorious for having scant regard for the future and even less for the past.
VERB· Accordingly, it is not necessary to pay any regard to the Convention.· But I didn't pay much regard to that: that were all in the day's work.· It was regrettable that the single justice had been advised that there was no need to pay regard to Meikle.· For this reason it is essential to pay regard to different methods of applications development.· I have always been led to believe that we must pay due regard to a Bill's title.
· Young women of this age show a high regard for each other's individuality and a greater ability to tolerate differences.· You have shown too little regard for that - but you know my views.· Traditionally comprised of technocrats with little concern for public input, the agency has shown even less regard for outside scrutiny.· It shows a lack of regard for the other individual's reasoning capabilities, as opposed to their sensual qualities.· Other criticisms of the Ridley ruling appear to show scant regard for the integrity of the retailer or its competitiveness.· The Brezhnev leadership, like Stalin's, showed a proper regard for the political stakes in interstate rivalry.
PHRASES FROM THE ENTRYPHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES► kind regards
1admiration/respect [uncountable] respect and admiration for someone or somethingregard for- Important changes are being made in regard to security.
- But Walsh's position was not as polarized as Thornton's with regard to the others.
- Chaotic behaviour is important, for example, with regard to the weather.
- How our sensibilities in regard to social and ecological problems have evolved over the last 40 years.
- I wish that they also took the same view with regard to the prison card.
- It also makes palpable the fear that can consume people in regard to those different from themselves.
- One last comment in regard to scheduling your research work when it involves travel time.
- That power can be exercised only with regard to vessels flying the flag of the member state concerned or registered there.
- This already has a remarkable implication with regard to the way that space and time should be viewed.
- Last quarter we stated the need for developing a new appraisal system. The department's efforts in this regard have been impressive.
- And in this regard there is no doubt that the middle classes of the emerging world have an edge.
- And we let him know we understood that and that we expected to receive a comparable benefit for ourselves in that regard.
- Henry Fielding was one of those who was annoyed by the poor's presumption in this regard.
- I know that in this regard my feeling will be echoed by my hon. Friends with responsibility for Bristol constituencies.
- It is well within reason to expect help in this regard in exchange for further financial assistance.
- My job with the City of New York was particularly rewarding in that regard.
- The second guidance was in respect of roads, and much needed to be done in this regard.
- There is no substitute for truly professional practice in this regard.
- Regards, Jonathan Pryor
- He has the highest regard for his hamster-locating abilities.
- It was a display which earned high praise, not least from Coventry boss Bobby Gould.
- Perhaps surprisingly, the indications are that Offa continued to hold Canterbury in high regard.
- Surely the Buckleys have risen to higher station, or at least a higher opinion of themselves.
- This, however, is no indication that they have a particularly high opinion of the spiritual contribution of women.
- While I hold these scholars and practitioners in the highest regard, I have not relied exclusively on their work.
- He sends his best wishes to everybody at home.
- Mr Mason sends his best wishes for the success of the event.
Jan’s regard for his great talent Burt had high regard for his old law professor, Dr. Finch (=he respected him a lot). The voters hold her in high regard (=respect or admire her). Teachers are held in low regard in this society (=are not respected or admired).2attention/consideration [uncountable] formal attention or consideration that is shown towards someone or somethingregard for She has no regard for other people’s feelings.pay/show regard One must show proper regard for the law.little/no/scant regard (for somebody/something) The present administration has demonstrated little regard for environmental issues. All students must have access to quality education without regard to wealth or class.3with/in regard to something formal relating to a particular subject: US foreign policy with regard to Cuba4in this/that regard formal relating to something you have just mentioned: The company’s problems, in this regard, are certainly not unique.5regards [plural] good wishes – used when sending your good wishes to someone or when ending a short letter or message: My husband sends his regards. Hope to see you soon. Regards, Chris(with) kind/best regards (=used to end a letter in a friendly but rather formal way)6[singular] literary a long look without moving your eyesCOLLOCATIONS– Meaning 1adjectiveshigh regard· The players have a very high regard for their manager.low regard· This might explain the low regard in which the president is held.mutual regard (=which people feel for each other)· There seems to have been a genuine mutual regard between the two leaders.considerable regard (=fairly high regard)· Eliot had considerable regard for Collingwood.verbshold somebody/something in high regard· Doctors are held in high regard by society.have a high regard for somebody/something· I had the highest regard for him.COLLOCATIONS– Meaning 2verbshave no regard for something· Some motorists have no regard for other road users.have regard to something formal:· The court must have particular regard to the factors listed in section 13.pay regard to something· The architect who designed the building paid too little regard to its function.show regard for something· He showed great regard for the Mosaic Law and Jewish customs.adjectivesdue/proper regard· The aim is to get the job done as cheaply as possible, with due regard to high standards.little regard (=not enough regard)· He drove himself on, with little regard for his own health.scant regard (=very little regard)· Should we be exporting arms to countries with scant regard for human rights?no regard· The decision was implemented with no regard for the families still living on the estate.regard1 nounregard2 verb
regardregard2 ●●○ W3 verb [transitive] WORD ORIGINregard2
Origin:
1300-1400 Old French regarder ‘to look back at, regard’, from garder ‘to guard, look at’VERB TABLE
regard
| Simple Form | ||
| Present | I, you, we, they | regard |
| he, she, it | regards | |
| Past | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | regarded |
| Present perfect | I, you, we, they | have regarded |
| he, she, it | has regarded | |
| Past perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | had regarded |
| Future | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will regard |
| Future perfect | I, you, he, she, it, we, they | will have regarded |
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- She regarded him thoughtfully.
- Apart from one being inward and the other outward, Locke regards reflection and sensation as being very similar.
- But before he is murdered, he makes several attacks on what he regards as outdated attitudes.
- But if the other party doesn't use this level of response themselves, they may regard you as insincere or phoney.
- Contemporaries certainly regarded them in this light.
- Contrary to expectations studies show that most people continue to regard themselves positively as they grow older.
- However, to public and professionals alike many old buildings are still regarded as representing little more than four external walls.
- The figures are regarded as targets rather than as criteria.
- Those of us somewhat informed regarding budget issues are aware that the East Grand Forks city budget is about $ 5.5 million.
THESAURUS
verb [transitive not in progressive] formal to have an opinion about someone or something after thinking carefully about them: · We do not consider this film suitable for young children.· She is considered to be one of the finest pianists of her generation.
verb [transitive not in progressive] to think about someone or something in a particular way, or as being a particular kind of person or thing: · Having a child makes you see things differently.· America was seen as the land of opportunity.· The country sees itself as a bridge between East and West.
verb [transitive] to think about someone or something in a particular way, or as being a particular kind of person or thing. Regard/view are a little more formal than see: · She regards herself more as an entertainer than a singer.· Many people in the industry viewed him with suspicion.
verb [transitive often passive] formal to think about someone or something in a particular way, or as being a particular kind of person or thing: · Historically, nursing has been perceived as a job for women, but things have changed now.· The group were perceived to have little real talent.· Do other people perceive us as we perceive ourselves?
(also look on somebody/something as) to think that someone or something is a particular type of person or thing: · He looked on his job as a welcome relief from the problems at home.· Even though he’s 18, his parents still think of him as a child.· I think of her more as a sister.
to turn your eyes towards someone or something, so that you can see them: · You should never look directly at the sun.· After a while, he turned and looked at me.
especially spoken to look at something quickly, especially in order to find or check something: · I’ll have a look in my desk.· Take a look at this!
to look at someone or something for a short time and then look quickly away: · Damien glanced nervously at his watch.
(also take a peek/peep) to look quickly at something – used especially when you are not supposed to look, or when you are looking through a small gap: · The door was open so he peeked inside.· Katy peeped at her birthday present on the table.
to look very carefully, especially because you cannot see well: · Kenji was peering at the screen.
to look at someone in an angry way: · She glared at me as I got up to leave.
to look at someone or something for a long time without moving your eyes: · It’s rude to stare.· She stared straight into the camera.
to look at someone or something for a long time, often without realizing that you are doing it: · She gazed out of the window.· He lay on his bed gazing at the ceiling.
to look at someone or something for a long time, usually with your mouth open, because you are very shocked or surprised: · People gaped at him with wide-open mouths.
formal to look at someone or something, especially in a particular way: · He regarded her steadily.
Longman Language Activatorto have a particular opinion: think (that) · We didn't think that the concert was very good.· She thinks I'm crazy to leave my job.· I thought we had a good meeting yesterday.what do you think of somebody/something (=what is your opinion about them?) · What did you think of the new car? Did you drive it?
to have an opinion that you are sure is right, especially about something important such as life, religion, or politics: believe (that): · The party believes strongly that health care should be provided for everyone.· We believe human rights are more important than economic considerations.
to have a strong opinion, but one which is based on your feelings rather than on facts: feel (that): · Liz's parents feel she isn't old enough to leave home.· I feel that we're just beginning to make progress, and that it would be wrong to stop now.
especially American, informal to develop a particular opinion about a situation after considering it carefully: · What do you figure his chances of winning are?figure (that): · The operation went fine, and they figure he'll be home next week.· I'm telling you because I figure you're the only one who can keep a secret.
especially British, informal to have a particular opinion about something or someone: · What do you reckon - would this make a good present for Donald's birthday?reckon (that): · They reckon the French team's better than ours.be reckoned to be something: · This hotel is reckoned to be one of the best in the country.
formal to have an opinion about someone or something after thinking carefully about them: consider somebody/something something: · We do not consider this film suitable for young children.· I would consider it an honour to serve on the Executive Committee.consider somebody/something to be something: · She is considered to be one of the finest pianists of her generation.
to think that someone or something is a particular kind of person or thing: regard somebody/something as something: · She regards herself more as an entertainer than a singer.· America was seen as the land of opportunity.· Several members of the government have said they regard the Minister's statement as ridiculous.
to think that someone or something is a particular kind of person or thing, especially when your opinion is wrong, unusual, or unfair: · Most people think of Leonardo da Vinci as a great artist, but he was also a great scientist.· Learning a language should be thought of as a natural process.· Even doctors may look on these patients as drug addicts and treat them as social outcasts.
to decide to have a particular opinion about a situation or about life in general, especially when other people have different opinions - use this in formal or written contexts: · Nineteenth century scientists took the view that the Universe was meaningless.· Aristotle was of the opinion that there would always be rich and poor within society.· The committee is of the opinion that the contract is not legally binding.
to be thought of as being important or very good by a large number of people: · Von Braun was then acknowledged as the world's foremost expert on rocket engineering.· Lawrence's novel was rejected at first, but it later came to be recognized as a work of genius.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY Edith was widely regarded as (=considered by many people to be) eccentric. His work is highly regarded (=regarded as very good) by art experts.COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES We want the best for each individual child with due regard for the interests of the other children. The plants are generally regarded as weeds. a generally accepted view a highly regarded author They produce goods with scant regard for quality.COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB
Edith was widely regarded as (=considered by many people to be) eccentric. His work is highly regarded (=regarded as very good) by art experts.· The city was regarded as crucial to the area’s defence.
We want the best for each individual child with due regard for the interests of the other children.· These measures are seen as essential for national security.
The plants are generally regarded as weeds. a generally accepted view (=respect them very much) As an educationalist, he was held in very high esteem. Romsey earned high praise from his boss.
As an educationalist, he was held in very high esteem. Romsey earned high praise from his boss. a highly regarded author They produce goods with scant regard for quality.· These two techniques of casting are regarded as distinct and having different geographical distributions.· Some scholars say it will be regarded as only the slightest of blips on the radar screen of history.· This cave, also known as Diccan Pot, must be regarded as absolutely out of bounds for all but hardy and experienced cavers.· It can be regarded as private ownership at least as readily as it can public ownership.· They are regarded as belonging to an earlier age of superstition and ignorance.· Inner city schools are often regarded as corrupt in their intentions and management.· How, then, to explain defeat in a war which was regarded as just?· Survey questions pitched at a general level may elicit what respondents regard as socially approved values.
· The artist is highly regarded internationally and has exhibited in many countries.· Biondi, a highly regarded numbers cruncher, was seen as the man who was supposed to know about the reserve fund.· Oldman was totally dedicated to the department and was highly regarded by his colleagues.· He produced a report which is highly regarded.· His latest move was to bring in highly regarded chef Brian Whitmer as a working partner.· Two incidents marked his highly regarded but controversial career in Chicago.· Treasury Secretary John B.. Connally was backing his appointment as a highly regarded tax professional.
· It was widely regarded as presaging a new era of more co-operative meetings between the leaders of the two governments.· Linda Nicholson is a member of the London Fortepiano Trio and is widely regarded as a leading fortepiano player.· Thousands of pub landlords had been given notices to quit and offered lease agreements with rents widely regarded as excessive.· Local government, however, is also widely regarded as an instrument of democratic self-government.· Clark, a former political scientist widely regarded as cool and aloof, seemed transformed by power.· The handling of the whole referendum affair was widely regarded by commentators as a humiliation for Tudjman's administration.
PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES► kind regards
1[not in progressive] to think about someone or something in a particular wayregard somebody/something as something- He has the highest regard for his hamster-locating abilities.
- It was a display which earned high praise, not least from Coventry boss Bobby Gould.
- Perhaps surprisingly, the indications are that Offa continued to hold Canterbury in high regard.
- Surely the Buckleys have risen to higher station, or at least a higher opinion of themselves.
- This, however, is no indication that they have a particularly high opinion of the spiritual contribution of women.
- While I hold these scholars and practitioners in the highest regard, I have not relied exclusively on their work.
- He sends his best wishes to everybody at home.
- Mr Mason sends his best wishes for the success of the event.
Paul seemed to regard sex as sinful and immoral. Edith was widely regarded as (=considered by many people to be) eccentric. His work is highly regarded (=regarded as very good) by art experts.2formal to look at someone or something in a particular way: She stood back and regarded him coldly.► see thesaurus at look3as regards something formal relating to a particular subject – use this when you want to talk or write about a particular subject: As regards a cure for the disease, very few advances have been made.