Disregardful

/dɪsˈrɛɡɑrdfəl/ adjective

Definition

Full of or characterized by disregard; showing lack of respect, attention, or proper consideration.

Etymology

From disregard + -ful (suffix meaning full of, abundant in, from Old English 'full'). The adjective emphasizes a quality-laden or emotion-laden state of being.

Kelly Says

The suffix '-ful' creates vivid moral judgments—'disregardful' doesn't just describe ignoring something, it carries a weight of carelessness and irresponsibility that simpler words like 'careless' lack.

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