Friday, February 11, 2011

Word of the Day... Or not.



The word of the day is…
 
Irregardless…which is actually not a word at all!

While use of the word irregardless is relatively common, it is actually an incorrect blending of the words irrespective and regardless

Incorrect: The Christmas party will continue as planned, irregardless of the weather.

Correct:
The Christmas party will continue as planned, regardless of the weather. 

Incorrect: The benefit will be issued to all employees, irregardless of need.

Correct: The benefit will be issued to all employees, irrespective of need.


Amen.