notwithstanding — Despite the fact or circumstance mentioned; nevertheless or in spite of. Used to indicate that something happens or is true despite an opposing factor.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: Despite the fact or circumstance mentioned; nevertheless or in spite of. Used to indicate that something happens or is true despite an opposing factor.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌnɑtwɪðˈstændɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 그럼에도 불구하고, ~에도 불구하고
Korean pronunciation: 낫-위드-스탠-딩 (강세: 스탠)
Example Sentences
- Notwithstanding his terrible cooking skills, she married him anyway.
- The meeting will proceed as planned, notwithstanding the CEO's absence.
- Notwithstanding her fear of heights, she became a pilot.
notwithstanding
ADVERB//ˌnɑtwɪðˈstændɪŋ//
Despite the fact or circumstance mentioned; nevertheless or in spite of. Used to indicate that something happens or is true despite an opposing factor.
Despite the fact or circumstance mentioned; nevertheless or in spite of. Used to indicate that something happens or is true despite an opposing factor.
Notwithstanding the demanding, he keeps understanding!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English (14th century), combining 'not' with 'withstanding' (meaning 'opposing' or 'resisting'). Originally meant 'without resistance,' but evolved to mean 'in spite of' or 'despite.'
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Notwithstanding his terrible cooking skills, she married him anyway.”
“The meeting will proceed as planned, notwithstanding the CEO's absence.”
“Notwithstanding her fear of heights, she became a pilot.”
“His dancing was awful; the audience applauded notwithstanding.”
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