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

Yet in spite of sharing stages with such legends, King always keeps an open and curious mind about live collaboration. — John D. Luerssen, SPIN, 9 Sep. 2026

For decades, metaphysical stores and botanicas have sold religious items and offered spiritual cleansings and readings in spite of stigmatization and gentrification. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026

That sense of belonging has never been about the finances, but in spite of them. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026

He was still named a freshman All-American, in spite of the difficult circumstances. — Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 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