Definitions and Examples of disregard, discard
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To pay no attention to; ignore or overlook.
Example
He chose to disregard the warning signs and ended up in trouble.
To get rid of as useless or unwanted.
Example
She decided to discard her old clothes and buy new ones.
Key Differences: disregard vs discard
- 1Disregard implies ignoring something intentionally or unintentionally, whereas treasuring implies valuing something highly.
- 2Discard implies getting rid of something that is no longer useful or wanted, whereas treasuring implies cherishing something and wanting to keep it.
Effective Usage of disregard, discard
- 1Enhance Vocabulary: Use disregard and discard to expand your vocabulary and express yourself more accurately.
- 2Express Opinions: Use these antonyms to express your opinions on the value of things or ideas.
- 3Discuss Relationships: Use these antonyms to discuss how people treat each other and their possessions.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of treasuring are disregard and discard. Use disregard to describe ignoring something intentionally or unintentionally, and discard to describe getting rid of something that is no longer useful or wanted. Use these words to enhance your vocabulary, express your opinions, and discuss relationships.
