What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disconsider
Example
It's not fair to disconsider her hard work just because she's new. [disconsider: verb]
Example
The company's decision to disconsider customer feedback led to a decline in sales. [disconsider: noun]
disregard
Example
Please disregard my previous email, as I made a mistake. [disregard: verb]
Example
His disregard for safety regulations resulted in a serious accident. [disregard: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disregard is more commonly used than disconsider in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between disconsider and disregard?
Disconsider is more formal than disregard, making it more appropriate for professional or academic contexts where a more precise vocabulary is required.
