English · Greetings & Phrases
in spite of
/ɪn ˈspaɪt əv/
[/ɪn ˈspaɪt əv/]
despite
Intermediatephrase
Definition
Without being prevented or affected by something.
Example
In spite of his fear, he bravely climbed to the very top.
In spite of his fear, he bravely climbed to the very top.
Etymology
Same root as "despite," from Latin "despicere," to scorn.
How & Where It’s Used
Means the same as "despite" but uses three words.