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Meaning of despite this
The primary meaning of "despite this" is to indicate a contrast or exception to what has been stated.
Etymology of despite this
The word "despite" comes from the Old French word "despit," which is derived from the Latin words "de" (meaning "from" or "down") and "spernere" or "despectus" (meaning "to scorn" or "look down on")
Historically, "despite" was used to express contempt or scorn, but its meaning has evolved to indicate a contrast or exception
Synonyms
notwithstanding
however
nevertheless
regardless
nonetheless
in spite of
even so
still
yet
though
although
despite
on the other hand
be that as it may
for all that
in defiance of
in opposition to
contrary to
on the contrary
all the same
just the same
nonetheless
anyways
anyway
anyway
after all
in any case
at any rate
whatever
no matter what
come what may
in any event
notwithstanding that
having said that
Definitions
- Used to indicate a contrast or exception to what has been stated
- * Used to introduce a fact that makes the previous statement seem surprising
- * Used to show that something happens or is true even though something else might have prevented it
Usage Examples
- The team won the game despite this being their first match of the season
- * She passed the exam despite this being her first time taking it
- * The company is still hiring despite this economic downturn
Antonyms
because of this
due to this
as a result of this
thanks to this
owing to this
on account of this
in light of this
in view of this
considering this
taking into account this
given this
in consideration of this
on the strength of this
by virtue of this
on the grounds of this
for this reason
as a consequence of this