Ĭr're-spĕct'ĭve, a.
a. [Prefix in, not, and respective.]
- Not having regard to; — with of; as, irrespective of consequences.
- Not regarding circumstances. [Obs.]
According to this doctrine, it must be resolved wholly into the absolute, irrespective will of God. Bacon. 3. Not showing proper respect or civility; disrespectful. [Obs.]