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Definition of "regard" []

  • To look at attentively; observe closely. (verb-transitive)
  • To look upon or consider in a particular way: I regard him as a fool. (verb-transitive)
  • To hold in esteem or respect: She regards her teachers highly. (verb-transitive)
  • To relate or refer to; concern: This item regards their liability. (verb-transitive)
  • To take into account; consider. (verb-transitive)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "regard" in a sentence
  • "True, it is incredible that men should treat as _chattels_ those whom they truly regard as _human beings; _ but that they should treat as chattels and working animals those whom they _regard_ as such, is no marvel."
  • "'_From that placid aspect and meek regard, _' on the ground that; '_meek regard_ conveys no new idea to _placid aspect_.'"
  • "My “pet hate” current dossier in this regard is the soil directive."