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Meaning of nonetheless
The primary meaning of the word "nonetheless" is to indicate a contrast or unexpected twist in a situation, often used to introduce a statement that contrasts with what has been said before.
Etymology of nonetheless
The word "nonetheless" originated in the 15th century
It is a combination of "none" (meaning "not one" or "no"), "the" (a definite article), "less" (meaning "to a smaller extent")
Historically, it was used to indicate a contrast or exception to a general statement
Synonyms
however
still
yet
nevertheless
despite
in spite of
though
although
even so
nonetheless
notwithstanding
regardless
all the same
just the same
be that as it may
for all that
in any case
at any rate
after all
come what may
in defiance of
in the face of
under the circumstances
despite everything
in spite of everything
all things considered
everything considered
having said that
by the same token
on the other hand
on the contrary
in contrast
despite that
in opposition to
in direct opposition to
in contradiction to
on one hand
Definitions
- Used to indicate a contrast or unexpected twist in a situation
- * Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with what has been said before
- * Used to indicate that something is true or happens despite what has been said before
Usage Examples
- The hotel room was small, but nonetheless it had a beautiful view of the city
- * She was tired, nonetheless she decided to go to the party
- * The new policy has been criticized, nonetheless it is expected to be implemented next year
Antonyms
therefore
thus
consequently
hence
accordingly
as a result
in consequence
due to
because of
on account of
for
since
seeing that
given that
in that case
then
under those circumstances
in that event
as a consequence
in response
naturally
obviously
of course
inevitably
necessarily
logically
predictably
surely
certainly
undoubtedly
unquestionably