Definition of: regard

(ri·gärd′) v.t.
1. To look at or observe closely or attentively.
2. To look on or think of in a certain or specified manner; consider: I regard him as a friend.
3. To take into account; consider.
4. To have relation or pertinence to; concern.
5. Obs. To care for.
—v.i.
6. To pay attention.
7. To gaze or look. See synonyms under ESTEEM, LOOK, PERTAIN.
—noun
1. Observant attention or notice; heed; consideration.
2. Common estimation or repute, especially good repute: a man of regard.
3. Reference; relation.
4. A look or aspect; view.
5. Usually plural Respect; affection: My kindest regards to your family.
6. Motive. [<OF regarder look at <re- again + garder guard, heed. Doublet of REWARD.] Synonyms (noun): esteem, favor, respect. Regard is more personal and less distant than esteem, and adds a special kindliness; respect is a more distant word than esteem. Respect may be wholly on one side, while regard is more often mutual; respect in the fullest sense is given to what is lofty, worthy, and honorable, or to a person of such qualities; we may pay an external respect to one of lofty station, regardless of personal qualities, showing respect for the office. See ATTACHMENT, ESTEEM, FAVOR, FRIENDSHIP, LOVE. Antonyms: abhorrence, antipathy, aversion, contempt, dislike, hatred, loathing, repugnance.