nonetheless

American  

[nuhn-thuh-les] / ˌnʌn ðəˈlɛs /

adverb

1. however; nevertheless.

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nonetheless British  

/ ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs /

1. despite that; however; nevertheless

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Etymology

Origin of nonetheless

First recorded in 1840–50; from the phrase none the less

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• nonetheless vs. nevertheless

Example Sentences

There is nothing naive about these women who came of age during Putin’s cruel regime, but they nonetheless believe they can change things.

From Los Angeles Times

While the September data may be a bit “stale” this close to the end of the year, the results will nonetheless provide insights about the health of U.S. consumers heading into the all-important holiday season.

From Barron's

Although job growth was higher than expected in September, job creation has nonetheless slowed this year and the unemployment rate is inching up.

From The Wall Street Journal

Though bond investors generally saw nothing surprising in the activity, focus on the topic nonetheless helped weigh on Oracle shares, which have dropped 24% this month.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Just through his words, he will have such an impact on so many people who he will never meet, but will nonetheless draw strength from his courage," he added.

From BBC