Disregardable

/dɪsˈrɛɡɑrdəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being disregarded, ignored, or overlooked without significant consequence; not requiring serious attention.

Etymology

From disregard (from dis- + regard, Old French 'regarder') + -able (suffix indicating capability). The adjective form allows for degrees of dismissibility.

Kelly Says

Not everything disregardable should be disregarded—some warning signs we label as 'disregardable' turn out to be crucial, which is why critical thinkers question what society decides to dismiss.

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