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

The 2024-25 campaign was one without either of the biggest prizes for club or country with Bonmati, yet it was successful nevertheless.

From BBC

And even though Robinson was only caught because his father turned him in, Patel nevertheless took credit on Fox News for the suspect’s capture.

From Salon

“We the People” sticks to a throughline that nevertheless opens her scope.

From Los Angeles Times

The number of deaths has nevertheless raised questions on social media.

From BBC

While attractiveness is a superficial aspect of K-pop, it is nevertheless an essential part, and the team behind “KPop Demon Hunters” approached each group’s looks strategically.

From Salon

Related Words

• still 
• though 
• yet 

When To Use

What are other ways to say nevertheless?

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