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Definition of irrespectively

irrespectively

/ˌɪrɪˈspɛktɪvli/
ir · re · spec · tive · ly
Adjective:irrespective
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irrespectively Lexical Profile

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• adverb

1

In a manner that does not take certain conditions, circumstances, or consequences into account; without regard to particular factors.

Example

"The committee evaluates every grant proposal on its scientific merit, acting irrespectively of the applicant's institutional prestige."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In contemporary standard English, the uninflected adverbial form "irrespective" (almost always followed by "of") is vastly preferred over "irrespectively." Do not confuse either word with the nonstandard blend "irregardless."

• Rhymes for irrespectively

• Nearby Words

irresistible
irresistibly
irrespective
irrespectively
irresponsibility
irresponsible
irresponsibly

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Irrespectively. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/irrespectively
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