nevertheless

[nev-er-thuh-les]

adverb

1. nonetheless; notwithstanding; however; in spite of that.

   a small but nevertheless important change.

nevertheless

/ ˌnɛvəðəˈlɛs /

1. in spite of that; however; yet

Word History and Origins

Origin of nevertheless¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; replacing natheles, notheles natheless; never, the ², less

Example Sentences

If that was an optimistic reading of Forest's standing after 35 years without a major trophy, it nevertheless underscored the demands on Postecoglou.

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The French driver, who last won the world title in 2021, will nevertheless be able to take part in Sunday's power stage.

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Less exotic and certainly less ostentatious than the supercars, it nevertheless makes up more than half of the company's sales.

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Xavier is much older than she is and seems, frankly, somewhat stupid and patronizing, but the narrator is nevertheless tormented by her feelings for him.

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In this, Jen’s 10th book, she wistfully, unsparingly commemorates that “spring” — a punishing mother she nevertheless credits for “biting my heel.”

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Related Words

• still 
• though 
• yet 

When To Use

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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.