Both Uses of
notwithstanding
in
War and Peace
- Notwithstanding the tone of wearied assurance with which these words were pronounced, Pierre, who had so long been considering his career, wished to make some suggestion.†
Chpt 3notwithstanding = in spite of; or in spite of the thing just mentioned (used to connect contrasting ideas)
- But notwithstanding this, Boris embraced him in a quiet, friendly way and kissed him three times.†
Chpt 3 *
Definition:
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.)
(Used to connect contrasting ideas. Other synonyms could include words and phrases such as nevertheless, nonetheless, all the same, still, and however.)
This word is commonly seen in legal contracts you may be asked to sign.