English · Adjectives
nonetheless
/ˌnʌn.ðəˈles/
[/ˌnʌn.ðəˈles/]
in spite of that
Advancedadverb
Definition
In spite of what has just been said; nevertheless.
Example
The plan was risky; nonetheless, the board decided it was worth pursuing.
The plan was risky; nonetheless, the board decided it was worth pursuing.
Etymology
A contraction of 'none the less', from Old English roots.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in formal writing to signal contrast or concession.