nevertheless — in spite of that; notwithstanding; all the same
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in spite of that; notwithstanding; all the same
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌnevərðəˈles/
Example Sentences
- I failed the driving test three times; nevertheless, I'm taking it again next week.
- The movie got terrible reviews; nevertheless, it became a box office hit.
- My mom said my cooking tastes like cardboard; nevertheless, she ate three servings.
nevertheless
ADVERB[/ˌnevərðəˈles/]
in spite of that; notwithstanding; all the same
It was raining heavily; nevertheless, the team continued the charity walk.
The mountain was steep; nevertheless, the hikers kept climbing. (NEVER + LESS → the challenge is there, but your effort becomes never less)
The athlete was injured; nevertheless, she stayed fearless and achieved success.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English, combining the words 'never' (not ever) and 'the less' (the less important, notwithstanding). It evolved from Old English 'næfre' (never) and developed as a compound adverb expressing contrast or concession.
Breakdown
never (not at any time) + the (definite article) + less (smaller in degree) = nevertheless (in spite of that; all the same)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I failed the driving test three times; nevertheless, I'm taking it again next week.”
“The movie got terrible reviews; nevertheless, it became a box office hit.”
“My mom said my cooking tastes like cardboard; nevertheless, she ate three servings.”
“The project faces many challenges; nevertheless, we must complete it on time.”
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