notwithstanding
0 antonyms and opposites of notwithstanding, grouped by meaning.
Prep — In spite of; despite.
How to use notwithstanding
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Fairly formal or legal in tone — "despite" is more natural in everyday speech.
Etymology
From Middle English notwithstandinge, a fusion of not + withstanding, literally "not standing against it."
Full origin of notwithstanding →Frequently asked questions
What does “notwithstanding” mean?
The word “notwithstanding” means in spite of; despite. In plain terms, a formal way of saying "despite" or "even so.".
How do you pronounce “notwithstanding”?
“Notwithstanding” is pronounced not-wihth-STAN-dihng (/ˌnɑtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “notwithstanding” in a sentence?
Here is “notwithstanding” used in a sentence: “Notwithstanding the bad weather, the match went ahead.”
What part of speech is “notwithstanding”?
Depending on how it is used, “notwithstanding” can be a preposition and an adverb.
Where does the word “notwithstanding” come from?
The word “notwithstanding” comes from Middle English. From Middle English notwithstandinge, a fusion of not + withstanding, literally "not standing against it.".
Is “notwithstanding” a common word?
“Notwithstanding” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “notwithstanding” have?
“Notwithstanding” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in spite of; despite.