nevertheless

[ nev-er-thuh-les ]

adverb

1. nonetheless; notwithstanding; however; in spite of that:

   a small but nevertheless important change.

nevertheless

/ ˌnɛvəðəˈlɛs /

sentence connector

1. in spite of that; however; yet

Word History and Origins

Origin of nevertheless¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; replacing natheles, notheles natheless; never, the ², less

Example Sentences

Instead, the stories should be about the women and the terrible things that were done to them by small and weak men who were nevertheless more powerful and influential than them.

From Salon

Not overly concerned, she nevertheless told her GP, who thought it was "most likely to do with pregnancy" and asked her to return after two weeks.

From BBC

Speaking to the PA news agency, O'Neill said she appreciated some republicans would be "uncomfortable" with her attendance, but she insisted it was nevertheless the "right thing do do".

From BBC

Supreme Court, which, with its 6-3 conservative advantage and three Trump-appointed justices, was nevertheless described by Powell as ”the rubble of a sinkhole of corruption.”

From Salon

Trump has nevertheless managed to elude justice in the case because of a series of partisan rulings by U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• still
• though
• yet

When To Use

What are other ways to say nevertheless?

The adverb nevertheless means “in spite of that” or “all the same.” How is it different from the words but, still, however, and yet? Find out on Thesaurus.com.