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notwithstanding

/nɒtˈwɪðˌstɔːndɪŋ/ adverb · British & US

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What does notwithstanding mean?

adverb

Used to indicate that something is true or happens despite something else; in spite of.

Example

"The new policy will be implemented notwithstanding the company's financial difficulties."

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Words that share this root

withstand stand understand hand

What's another word for notwithstanding?

despite in spite of notwithstanding this regardless irrespective

What's the opposite of notwithstanding?

because of due to owing to

Rhymes with notwithstanding

withstanding standing understanding handing