nevertheless
Americanadverb
Usage
What are other ways to say nevertheless?
The adverb nevertheless means “in spite of that” or “all the same.” How is it different from the words but, still, however, and yet? Find out on Thesaurus.com.
Etymology
Origin of nevertheless
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; replacing natheles, notheles natheless; never, the 2, less
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Example Sentences
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He cautioned that higher defence spending "in itself will not generate permanently higher growth potential" but said it was nevertheless important that "there is finally a sign of life from industry".
From Barron's
He apologised "unreservedly", but nevertheless, the comments led to him losing his job as chancellor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in New York.
From BBC
A year later, the recovery has nevertheless been slow and uneven.
Sadiki has nevertheless been outstanding for a Sunderland team that has exceeded all expectations following promotion to the Premier League and currently sits eighth in the table.
From Barron's
While this week’s trading action was relatively light, and interrupted by the New Year’s Day holiday, investors nevertheless continued to rotate out of many stocks that powered 2025’s gains.
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