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nevertheless

[nev-er-thuh-les] / ˌnɛv ər ðəˈlɛs /
ADVERB
however
Synonyms
STRONGEST
still though yet
STRONG
nonetheless notwithstanding withal
WEAK
after all although but even so even though howbeit not the less regardless still and all

Usage

What are other ways to say nevertheless? Nevertheless implies a concession, something which should not be forgotten in making a summing up: We are going; nevertheless (“do not forget that”), we shall return. Still implies that in spite of a preceding concession, something must be considered as possible or even inevitable: We have to go on foot; still (“it is probable and possible that”), we'll get there. Yet implies that in spite of a preceding concession, there is still a chance for a different outcome: We are going; yet (“in spite of all, some day”), we shall return. But marks an opposition or contrast, though in a casual way: We are going, but we shall return. However indicates a less marked opposition, but displays a second consideration to be compared with the first: We are going; however (“notice this also”), we shall return. 

Example Sentences

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Low-rise skinny jeans may be out and High School Musical may no longer top the charts, but 2006 may be a portent nevertheless.

From Slate ● Oct. 2, 2026

Conservation advocates have nevertheless raised concerns about the environmental impact and precedent of staging a major professional sporting event inside a national park.

From Salon ● Sep. 27, 2026

The message from the US and Chinese sides was that the summit had nevertheless helped smooth tensions between the rival superpowers over a host of issues.

From Barron's ● Sep. 25, 2026

Gripping her emotions tightly, Ha-Chan nevertheless is a study in how difficult it is to rebuild a life after someone’s passing.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

“Of course,” said Mr. Weasley, who looked slightly surprised, but followed Harry out of earshot of the others nevertheless.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling

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