notwithstanding

Everyday

1. (formal) In spite of; even though something is true (notwithstanding the rain = in spite of the rain). tree →
2. (adverb, formal) However; all the same. tree →

In the lessons

A stiff formal word found in rules, notices, legal texts and the formal exam voice. It tells you something does not stop or change what happens. Phrases: notwithstanding the fact that.

Examples

• Notwithstanding the rain, the match went ahead (formal). tree →
• The trip was a success, notwithstanding a few problems. tree →
• Notwithstanding his injury, he finished the race. tree →
• The rule applies to everyone, notwithstanding age. tree →
• It was expensive; it was, notwithstanding, worth it. tree →
• Notwithstanding the fact that she was tired, she helped us. tree →
• In vain they drove them away with a myrtle branch, the flies stung them notwithstanding. tree →

Note

Very formal; everyday words: despite, in spite of, even though, still. Can go before or after the noun: "the rain notwithstanding". One word. In maths problems it marks a fact that does not change the answer.

In Jewish tradition

A stiff formal word found in rules, notices, legal texts and the formal exam voice. It tells you something does not stop or change what happens. Phrases: notwithstanding the fact that.

Examples

• Notwithstanding the sons of Korah died not. (Torah NUM.26.11, JPS 1917) tree →
• Notwithstanding if he continue a day or two, he shall not be punished; for he is his money. (Torah EXO.21.21, JPS 1917) tree →
• Notwithstanding the land shall be divided by lot; according to the names of the tribes of their fathers they shall inherit. (Torah NUM.26.55, JPS 1917) tree →
• Notwithstanding the king's word prevailed against Joab, and against the captains of the host. (Prophets 2SA.24.4, JPS 1917) tree →
• Notwithstanding I would speak to the Almighty, and I desire to reason with God. (Writings JOB.13.3, JPS 1917) tree →
• Notwithstanding my right I am accounted a liar; my wound is incurable, though I am without transgression.' (Writings JOB.34.6, JPS 1917) tree →

Note

Very formal; everyday words: despite, in spite of, even though, still. Can go before or after the noun: "the rain notwithstanding". One word. In maths problems it marks a fact that does not change the answer.