Definitions

notwithstanding

[not-with-stan-ding, -with-] / ˌnɒt wɪðˈstæn dɪŋ, -wɪθ- /

ADVERB

although, however

Synonyms

STRONG

nevertheless nonetheless withal yet

WEAK

after all against at any rate but despite for all that howbeit in any case in any event in spite of on the other hand regardless of though to the contrary

PREPOSITION

in spite of

Synonyms

STRONG

nevertheless nonetheless withal

WEAK

after all against at any rate but despite for all that howbeit in any case in any event in spite of on the other hand regardless of though to the contrary

Example Sentences

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Though many Americans are gloomy about high gasoline prices and rising inflation, well-heeled consumers continue to spend robustly, supported by a roaring stock market—Friday’s selloff notwithstanding.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

All the wonder I experienced notwithstanding, I wouldn’t want that aspect of the journey to carry on.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

The high stakes and the wall-to-wall television advertisements notwithstanding, the race has never really caught fire, and the public has seemed decidely unenthusiastic -- even if the vote could have national implications.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

There’s another way in which Apple’s board is expressing confidence in the path it is pursuing, notwithstanding its many current skeptics: Ternus is an insider, having worked at the company since 2001.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

But still, effort notwithstanding, Barack’s path to the Senate seemed paved in four-leaf clover.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

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