nonetheless — in spite of what has just been said or done; nevertheless
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in spite of what has just been said or done; nevertheless
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌnʌnðəˈles/
Example Sentences
- My cooking skills are terrible; nonetheless, my cat still meows for more.
- The project faced many challenges; nonetheless, the team delivered on time.
- He failed the driving test three times; nonetheless, he bought a sports car.
nonetheless
ADVERB[/ˌnʌnðəˈles/]
in spite of what has just been said or done; nevertheless
A student nonetheless walks toward school through heavy rain with determination
Through the storm clouds and nonetheless, the golden light breaks through—perseverance shines when hope refuses to retreat
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Nonetheless is a Middle English compound formed from 'none' (not any) and 'the less' (the less), meaning 'by no less degree' or 'not the less.' It developed as a contraction of the phrase 'none the less' into a single word.
Breakdown
none (not any) + the + less (smaller amount/degree) = nonetheless (nevertheless, in spite of that)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cooking skills are terrible; nonetheless, my cat still meows for more.”
“The project faced many challenges; nonetheless, the team delivered on time.”
“He failed the driving test three times; nonetheless, he bought a sports car.”
“The evidence was limited; nonetheless, the researchers published their findings.”
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