Synonyms for

Nevertheless

Verb / ˌnevɜ:ðʌˈles / Another word for nevertheless — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in spite of that; however

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

nonetheless notwithstanding however even so

Informal

but still yet though

Literary

howbeit albeit

Antonyms

always ever frequently often usually commonly regularly

Common collocations

  • nevertheless, it is
  • nevertheless, we
  • nevertheless, they
  • nevertheless, this
  • nevertheless, that
  • nevertheless, it seems
  • nevertheless, the

Word family

adverb nevertheless

Usage note

Nevertheless is a conjunctive adverb used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has already been said. It is more formal than 'but' or 'yet'.

Example sentences

  1. I was tired; nevertheless, I kept working.
  2. She lost the game; nevertheless, she congratulated her opponent.
  3. I'm not sure I want to go; nevertheless, I will try.
  4. The car had a few scratches, but nevertheless, it was still a good deal.
  5. He was new to the team, but nevertheless, he played well.

Quotes

  • There are people who have money and people who are rich. - Coco Chanel, nevertheless
  • We are all broken, that’s how the light gets in. - Ernest Hemingway, nevertheless
  • The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing. - Socrates, nevertheless

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