notwithstanding

Notwithstanding is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ˌnɒtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/
• (US) IPA: /ˌnɑːtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/
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Preposition

Preposition notwithstanding

1. When $x$ happens notwithstanding $y$, then $y$ being true didn't stop $x$ from being true.

   We're going ahead with the event as planned, notwithstanding the heavy rain and wind.

   He's really a terrible man, his excellent work notwithstanding.

See also

• despite
• nevertheless
• nonetheless