Yes, irregardless is a word. No, your dictionary citation of it does not legitimize the usage. If you want to split hairs, the words prefix and suffix frame it in a double-negative sense so that it means the opposite of no regard or, just plain regard. In regard to (or irregardless) the its in the dictionary so nyaaahhh, argument, this is from Merriam Websters website: Irregardless originated in dialectal American speech in the early 20th century. Its fairly widespread use in speech called it to the attention of usage commentators as early as 1927. The most frequently repeated remark about it is that there is no such word. There is such a word, however. It is still used primarily in speech, although it can be found from time to time in edited prose. Its reputation has not risen over the years, and it is still a long way from general acceptance. Use regardless instead. Please take MWs advice on this. Sincerely, Mr. W., a.k.a. Wordnazi S. Inyerbidnez
Posted on: Fri, 04 Apr 2014 21:13:31 +0000
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