regard
She held him in high regard.
She respected and admired him greatly.
Respect or consideration for someone or something
The professor is held in high regard by his students.
The professor is highly respected by his students.
Often used with 'in' or 'with' as prepositions.
To look at or observe something carefully
She regarded the painting with admiration.
She looked at the painting with admiration.
Can be used to describe how someone views or considers something.
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Pro Tip
Preposition Pairing
Remember to use 'regard' with prepositions like 'in', 'with', or 'as' to convey specific meanings.
Gold Rule
Formal Usage
'Regard' is often used in formal or respectful contexts. Avoid using it in very casual speech.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'regarden', from Old French 'regarder', from Latin 'regardare' meaning 'to look back or observe'
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal contexts to express respect or careful observation. Often paired with prepositions like 'in', 'with', or 'as'.