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Meaning of in spite of this
The primary meaning of "in spite of this" is to indicate a contrast or unexpectedness, often used to introduce a fact that contrasts with what has been said or done.
Etymology of in spite of this
The phrase "in spite of" originates from the Old French phrase "en despit de," which is a combination of "en" (in), "despit" (defiance or contempt), and "de" (of)
The phrase has been used in English since the 14th century to indicate contrast or unexpectedness
Synonyms
despite
notwithstanding
however
nevertheless
nonetheless
regardless
anyway
still
yet
though
although
even so
in defiance of
in opposition to
contrary to
on the contrary
be that as it may
for all that
in spite of
despite that
notwithstanding that
regardless of
in the face of
under the circumstances
come what may
no matter what
all the same
just the same
even though
in any event
at any rate
after all
for all intents and purposes
Definitions
- Used to indicate that something happens or is true although something else might have prevented it
- * Used to indicate a contrast between what is expected and what actually happens
- * Used to show that something is done or happens even though there is a reason why it should not
Usage Examples
- The company went bankrupt in spite of this year's profits
- * She graduated from college in spite of the financial difficulties she faced
- * The team won the game in spite of being the underdogs
Antonyms
because of
due to
as a result of
on account of
thanks to
owing to
as a consequence of
in response to
in reaction to
accordingly
consequently
thus
therefore
hence
naturally
inevitably
necessarily
of course
obviously
predictably
understandably
duly
fittingly
suitably
appropriately