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disregarding Synonyms
Another word for disregarding
Choosing another word for disregarding depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To pay no attention to; to ignore or treat as unworthy of consideration (present participle of disregard).
Usage Example
"The driver was fined for blatantly ignoring the posted speed limit in the school zone."
Strongest
ignoring
overlooking
Strong
dismissing
neglecting
brushing aside
shrugging off
flouting
• preposition (Context 2)
Without taking into account; leaving aside or excluding from consideration.
Usage Example
"excluding the minor formatting errors, the research paper was thoroughly researched and well written."
Strongest
excluding
ignoring
Strong
barring
aside from
apart from
excepting
Opposites of disregarding
The opposite of disregarding shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
heeding
considering
observing
respecting
obeying
including
acknowledging
counting
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Disregarding. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/disregarding