Notwithstanding

Word NOTWITHSTANDING
Character 15
Hyphenation not with stand ing
Pronunciations N/A

Definitions and meanings of "Notwithstanding"

What do we mean by notwithstanding?

In spite of. preposition

All the same; nevertheless. adverb

In spite of the fact that; although. conjunction

Not opposing; not standing in the way or contradicting; not availing to the contrary.

With following noun, or clause with that: In spite of, or in spite of the fact that; although.

Synonyms Notwithstanding, In spite of, Despite, for all. Notwithstanding is the least emphatic; it calls attention with some emphasis to an obstacle: as, notwithstanding his youth, he made great progress. In spite of and despite, by the strength of the word spite, point primarily to active opposition: as, in spite of his utmost efforts, he was defeated; and, figuratively, to great obstacles of any kind: as, despite all hindrances, he arrived at the time appointed. Despite is rather loftier and more poetic than the others.

Followed by a clause with that omitted: In spite of the fact that; although.

Synonyms Although, Though, etc. See although.

Nevertheless; however; yet.

Nevertheless; however; although.

Notwithstanding; although.

Without prevention, or obstruction from or by; in spite of. preposition

Nevertheless, all the same. adverb

Although. conjunction

In spite of, despite. preposition

Despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession) adverb

An instance of the word "notwithstanding", often characteristic of legalese.

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The word "notwithstanding" in example sentences

In fact, the title notwithstanding, it's one of the most remarkably faithful sequels you'll ever see, in tone, setup, and execution. ❋ Unknown (2008)

The "devils" in the title notwithstanding, one of this book's strengths is to put a human face on institutions that have been demonized -- even as it raises questions about their dealings. ❋ Unknown (2010)

But the title notwithstanding, the main purpose of the event appeared to be for the sponsoring organizations to congratulate themselves on their ostensible championing of Ramadan's free speech rights in the face of his "ideological exclusion" from the United States by the Bush administration. ❋ Unknown (2010)

I want to make clear before you read this that the title notwithstanding, I miss New York City and particularly my Greenwich Village neighborhood around Bedford Street every day. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Message to the new president: Negative implications of the term notwithstanding, ❋ Unknown (2009)

Spelling errors in the title notwithstanding (they seem confused about their plural and singular references), it was a good effort by a group young idealist who are part of the Bureau of Education and Knowledge Society of Gerakan. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Much of this appears to be little more than posturing for the cameras, recognizing that bad behavior in this context (the title notwithstanding) is rewarded with increased airtime. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The title notwithstanding, Catlin's version actually centers on Icarus's father, the legendary architect and inventor Daedalus. ❋ Unknown (2009)

- The title notwithstanding, this book also covers the history and techical details, and has numerous appendixes ❋ Unknown (2008)

Thus, members of this list should be alert to the fact that the title notwithstanding, this book focuses heavily and disproportionately on the anti-apartheid struggle in South Africa. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Nor, the title notwithstanding, do we get more than a fleeting glimpse at the start of Wallis Simpson, the duchess of the title; those wanting more of the woman whose relations with Edward VIII prompted the abdication crisis of 1936 are advised to check out either "The King's Speech," in which Eve Best cuts a flinty figure in the part, or Madonna's new directorial effort, "W.E.," with Andrea Riseborough as the Duchess of Windsor. ❋ By MATT WOLF (2011)

Tuesday The presenter of the title notwithstanding, the voices on offer on this night are those of organ pipes, as Jon Gillock performs Messiaen's riveting "Méditations sur le mystère de la Sainte Trinité" on Ascension's recently installed Manton Memorial Organ, New York City's first French-built instrument. ❋ Unknown (2011)

He starts his questions with the word "notwithstanding", referring to the "maniacal" gestures Ed Balls has been making. ❋ Andrew Sparrow (2011)

Despicable Me, its title notwithstanding, means no harm and tries so hard to be likable that you may hate yourself for hating it. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The logical flaw in this argument is that most of the same conservative Democrats Bush courted are still in the Senate now (Evan Bayh's announced departure at the end of this term notwithstanding) providing the margin of votes for Democratic control of the chamber. ❋ Sheri (2010)

That’s because, the title notwithstanding, the Guard is a state army or Air Force in case of the Air National Guard belonging to the governor. ❋ Unknown (2010)

(The title notwithstanding, much of the conference had little to do with atheism or religion — the subtitle “Enlightenment 2. 0″ gave a better flavor.) ❋ Sean (2007)

Dr. Kendrick’s new book – the title notwithstanding – is a great read. ❋ Unknown (2007)

The park crisis notwithstanding, is a single Arizona park service employee going to be laid off? ❋ Unknown (2010)

Negative publicity, Bill Maher's clown notwithstanding, is better than none. ❋ Charles D. Ellison (2010)

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