in spite of

phrase

: in defiance or contempt of : without being prevented by

succeeded in spite of their opposition

Examples of in spite of in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And in spite of the reputation for severity, Guandique stressed that the school day includes several hours of play. — Miami Herald, 12 Nov. 2026

Our nation’s leaders, who have so nobly led America’s preservation, have, with the divine help of our Creator, given us the endurance of our republic in spite of what presently appears to thwart that agenda. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2026

Construction has begun on a $200-million apartment complex in Culver City at a time when housing development in much of Los Angeles County has slowed in spite of strong demand. — Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026

That instinct to preserve some special purchases in spite of pressure from higher prices reflects a kind of little treat economy, when consumers splurge on smaller pleasures even if they’re squeezed by costs. — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1540, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in spite of

• hereinabove
• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove