All 3 Uses of
notwithstanding
in
The Merchant of Venice
- The man is, notwithstanding, sufficient.
Scene 1.3notwithstanding = in spite of; or in spite of the thing just mentioned (used to connect contrasting ideas)
- Notwithstanding, use your pleasure; if your love do not persuade you to come, let not my letter.'
Scene 3.2
- ANTONIO: I am the unhappy subject of these quarrels.
PORTIA: Sir, grieve not you; you are welcome notwithstanding.
Scene 5.1 *notwithstanding = despite what was just said (in this case, even though he is the subject of the quarrels, he is still welcome.)
Definition:
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(notwithstanding) in spite of; or in spite of the thing mentioned
(Used to connect contrasting ideas. Other synonyms could include words and phrases such as nevertheless, nonetheless, all the same, still, and however.)editor's notes: This word is commonly seen in legal contracts you may be asked to sign.