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Meaning of the word notwithstanding in English

What does notwithstanding mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

notwithstanding

US /ˌnɑːt.wɪðˈstæn.dɪŋ/
UK /ˌnɒt.wɪðˈstæn.dɪŋ/

Preposition

in spite of.

Example:
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notwithstanding the evidence, the consensus is that the jury will not reach a verdict
Synonym:
in spite of despite regardless of for all

Adverb

nevertheless; in spite of this.

Example:
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I didn't like it. Notwithstanding, I remained calm
Synonym:
nevertheless nonetheless even so all the same however still yet be that as it may that said just the same anyway in any event at any rate at all events when all is said and done withal howbeit

Conjunction

although; in spite of the fact that.

Example:
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notwithstanding that the hall was packed with bullies, our champion played on steadily and patiently
Synonym:
although even though though
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