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/
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!
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🎤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.'
Breakdown
not (negation) + with- (against) + stand (to resist/oppose) + -ing (present participle)
🎵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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