whatsoever

/ˌhwʌt·soʊˈev·ər/, /ˌwʌt-/, /ˌhwɑt-/, /ˌwɑt-/ adv [not gradable] (also whatever)

Definition

› used after a negative phrase to add emphasis to the idea that is being expressed: He has no respect for authority whatsoever.

(Definition of whatsoever adv from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)

to do something without worrying about the risk or negative results

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