notwithstanding

[not-with-stan-ding, -with-] / ˌnɒt wɪðˈstæn dɪŋ, -wɪθ- /

ADVERB

although, however

Synonyms

STRONG

nevertheless nonetheless withal yet

WEAK

after all against at any rate but despite for all that howbeit in any case in any event in spite of on the other hand regardless of though to the contrary

PREPOSITION

in spite of

Synonyms

STRONG

nevertheless nonetheless withal

WEAK

after all against at any rate but despite for all that howbeit in any case in any event in spite of on the other hand regardless of though to the contrary

Example Sentences

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But the Optiq is a screaming bargain, as well-built, capable, comfortable and connected as anything at its price point, its EV-ness notwithstanding.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

Investors have had a tough time finding good news in the software industry in 2026, a solid few weeks in April notwithstanding.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Here’s the headline: You are swapping higher monthly costs as a homeowner, notwithstanding the likely appreciation in the value of your property, for lower monthly costs as a renter.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 19, 2026

That’s not exactly a ringing endorsement, notwithstanding all those he’s managed to leverage through his wealth.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Everything gets eaten, notwithstanding, and if ever anyone is so well off as not to want all his share, there are a dozen others standing by ready to relieve him of it.

From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque

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