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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Simons told the BBC that he nevertheless decided to resign because the story was a "distraction" for the government.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
The increase in prices will nevertheless squeeze people’s paychecks.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026
American AI giant Anthropic nevertheless agreed in September to pay $1.5 billion to settle a class-action lawsuit by authors.
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 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
The children giggled at the way their clever governess had snuck the lesson in nevertheless.
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
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