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nevertheless

[nev-er-thuh-les] / ˌnɛv ər ðəˈlɛs /
ADVERB
however
Synonyms
STRONGEST
still though yet
STRONG
nonetheless notwithstanding withal
WEAK
after all although but even so even though howbeit not the less regardless still and all

Usage

What are other ways to say nevertheless? Nevertheless implies a concession, something which should not be forgotten in making a summing up: We are going; nevertheless (“do not forget that”), we shall return. Still implies that in spite of a preceding concession, something must be considered as possible or even inevitable: We have to go on foot; still (“it is probable and possible that”), we'll get there. Yet implies that in spite of a preceding concession, there is still a chance for a different outcome: We are going; yet (“in spite of all, some day”), we shall return. But marks an opposition or contrast, though in a casual way: We are going, but we shall return. However indicates a less marked opposition, but displays a second consideration to be compared with the first: We are going; however (“notice this also”), we shall return. 

Example Sentences

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But the Vatican nevertheless was spooked enough that Leo opted against returning to his home country for the America 250 celebration this summer.

From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026

White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt nevertheless cautioned that Washington had not yet taken a definitive position on the matter.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Simons told the BBC that he nevertheless decided to resign because the story was a "distraction" for the government.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

But the opportunity was nevertheless there for a sort of staged closure: Mullin could apologize, say he got carried away, and pledge to work with the chairman going forward.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

It was a disappointment, but nevertheless he felt that they were right.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams

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