despite

/dɪˈspaɪt/
preposition
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Definition

1

Without being prevented by something; in spite of something

I went to the party despite the rain, and we had a great time.

2

Used to show a contrast with what might have been expected

She was very tired, but she finished the project despite feeling exhausted.

Synonyms

in spite ofMore formal, often used in written English notwithstandingFormal and somewhat old-fashioned, often used in official documents regardless ofInformal, often used in spoken English to show a lack of concern for something

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