Notwithstanding

/ˌnɒt wɪθˈstænd ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

preposition

In spite of; without being affected by.

Notwithstanding the rain, the event was held outdoors.

Although; even though.

Notwithstanding her objections, the plan was approved.

conjunction

Although; not taking into account.

Notwithstanding that it was late, the meeting continued.

adverb

Nevertheless; nonetheless.

He was tired; notwithstanding, he finished the project on time.

Middle English: from not + withstanding.

notwithstanding anything

In spite of everything.

notwithstanding that

Although or even though.

notwithstanding the fact

In spite of the fact.

despite

In defiance of; regardless of.

although

Used to introduce a contrast.

however

Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said earlier.

No matter what.

Notwithstanding all the drama, she still showed up to the party.

Regardless.

We went to the game, notwithstanding the rain.