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regarded

/ɹɪˈɡɑːdɪd/

Meanings
  • verb (transitive)

    treated or considered in a particular way

    - "He is regarded as a genius in his field."
    - "She is regarded as the best player on her team."
    - "The ancient ruins are regarded as a valuable historical resource."
  • verb (transitive)

    give serious attention or consideration to

    - "The jury regarded the evidence carefully before reaching a verdict."
    - "The company regards employee training as an important investment."
    - "Parents should regard their children's education as a priority."

Pronunciation
  1. /ɹɪˈɡɑɹdɪd/



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Antonyms

ignore , neglect
Rhymes
Words rhyming with regarded
heralded , enchanted , enthralled , parceled , marginaled
Variants
List of all variants of regarded that leads to same result
regard , regarded , regarding , regards
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

regarded (past tense and past participle), regards (plural form)


Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French 'regarder', meaning 'to look', 'to see', 'to observe'. The word has been in use since the 14th century.


Trivia
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  1. The word 'regard' is often used in legal contexts to refer to the way a court or tribunal considers the evidence before reaching a decision.

  2. In medieval Europe, the term 'regard' was used to refer to the territory that a lord held directly from the king, as opposed to land that was held through another lord.

  3. The term 'regard' is also used in the context of astronomy to refer to the angle between two celestial bodies.


Related Concepts
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  1. respect: Respect and regard are closely related concepts. While respect refers to a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something, regard implies treating someone or something with serious consideration or attention.

  2. recognition: Recognition and regard are also related concepts. Recognition refers to the act of identifying or acknowledging someone or something, while regard implies giving that person or thing serious attention or consideration.


Culture
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The term 'regarded' has been used extensively in literature, particularly in works that explore themes of respect, recognition, and status. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Othello', the character Iago manipulates Othello's perception of his wife Desdemona, causing him to regard her with suspicion and ultimately leading to tragic consequences. In art, the concept of 'regard' is often explored through portraiture, as artists strive to capture the essence and character of their subjects.

How to Memorize "regarded"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize 'regarded', visualize the act of giving serious attention or consideration to something. Imagine yourself carefully examining an object or concept, taking in every detail and considering its significance.

  2. associate

    - To associate 'regarded', think of the words 'respect' and 'consideration'. Remember that 'regarded' implies treating something or someone with these qualities.

  3. mnemonics

    - To memorize 'regarded', create a mnemonic using the word 'REGARD': Recognize, Evaluate, Give, Appreciate, Respect, and Delve. These steps can help you remember the meaning of the word.


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