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-volatility stocks promise to dampen investors’ portfolio risk while nevertheless allowing them to remain invested in the stock market.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

A DNA-editing feat involving editing the genes of early stage embryos—a far cry from designer babies, but nevertheless a step in that direction—was announced this week.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

Other organisations are taking a less targeted approach to implementing AI but nevertheless expect it to transform how their workforces spend their days.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Although Donald Trump has acknowledged being aware of the term “America First” and its historical context, he has nevertheless called it “a brand-new modern term. I never related it to the past.”

From Salon • May 21, 2026

“When put on the warm hand, it started moving vividly and you could clearly see that inside the changing caterpillar, or better, inside its ‘date pit,’ was life nevertheless.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman

nevertheless

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