도외시하다
To disregard, ignore, or neglect something as if it were outside of one's concern.
Examples
3 of 5그는 자신의 건강을 도외시한 채 일에만 매달렸다.
He clung to his work while disregarding his own health.
현대 교육에서 인성 교육이 도외시되고 있다는 비판이 있다.
There is criticism that character education is being neglected in modern education.
고객의 피드백을 도외시하는 기업은 오래 살아남기 어렵다.
Companies that disregard customer feedback find it hard to survive long.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Do-oe-si: 'Do' (outside) + 'Oe' (outside). Thinking of something as being twice outside your focus.
Quick Quiz
성과 중심의 사회에서 과정의 중요성이 ______는 경우가 많다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 도외시되는
Examples
그는 자신의 건강을 도외시한 채 일에만 매달렸다.
everydayHe clung to his work while disregarding his own health.
현대 교육에서 인성 교육이 도외시되고 있다는 비판이 있다.
academicThere is criticism that character education is being neglected in modern education.
고객의 피드백을 도외시하는 기업은 오래 살아남기 어렵다.
businessCompanies that disregard customer feedback find it hard to survive long.
법치주의 국가에서 절차적 정당성을 도외시할 수는 없다.
formalIn a state governed by the rule of law, procedural legitimacy cannot be ignored.
내 말 좀 도외시하지 말고 제대로 들어 봐!
informalStop ignoring my words and listen properly!
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
도외시할 수 없다
cannot be ignored
철저히 도외시하다
to completely disregard
Often Confused With
무시하다 is more common and broad; 도외시하다 is more formal and specific to 'treating as outside of concern'.
Usage Notes
Used frequently in academic writing to point out neglected variables or factors.
Common Mistakes
Often misspelled as '도외시히다'.
Memory Tip
Do-oe-si: 'Do' (outside) + 'Oe' (outside). Thinking of something as being twice outside your focus.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 度外視 (limit + outside + see).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
성과 중심의 사회에서 과정의 중요성이 ______는 경우가 많다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 도외시되는
More social words
타협하다
B2To reach an agreement by each side making concessions. It refers to finding a middle ground in a conflict or negotiation.
분담하다
B1To divide and share a task, responsibility, or cost among several people. It is often used in the context of teamwork, household chores, or international cooperation.
저변
B2The base, foundation, or the widespread bottom layer of a social phenomenon, culture, or industry.
일조하다
B2To play a part in, contribute to, or help achieve a certain result or situation.
보상
B2Giving something (usually money or benefits) to make up for a loss, damage, or hard work. It can refer to legal compensation or psychological rewards.
분쟁
B2A state of disagreement or argument between parties, often involving conflicting interests. It can range from personal disputes to international conflicts.
주거환경
B2The conditions and surroundings in which people live, including housing quality, neighborhood safety, and access to facilities.
협력하다
B1To work together with others toward a common goal or purpose.
안전하다
B1To be safe or secure; free from danger or risk. This is a common topic in IELTS regarding city life, technology, and traveling.
책임감
B1A sense of duty or obligation to deal with something or to take care of someone. It is the feeling of being responsible for one's actions.
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