irrespective

adj

Etymology: Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *né Proto-Indo-European *n̥- Proto-Italic *n̥- Latin in- Latin ir- English ir- English respective English irrespective From ir- + respective.

1. Heedless, regardless.

   “That alone, apart from Mr. Wyse’s old-fashioned notions on the subject, made telephoning impossible, for your summons was usually answered by his cook, who instantly began scolding the butcher irrespective and disrespectful of whom you were.”

   “In fact, the influence of signage in a certain area may exist anywhere on a continuum from profoundly effective to utterly trivial or completely insignificant, irrespective of the intent motivating the signs.”

2. Without regard for conditions, circumstances, or consequences; unbiased; independent; impartial.

   “an irrespective judgment”

   “According to this doctrine, it must be resolved wholly into the absolute, irrespective will of God.”

3. Disrespectful.

   “His followers are become so wicked and irrespective, as to[…]cast their owne misdeeds upon the broad back of the Prince.”