Synonyms of notwithstanding

notwithstanding 1 of 3

adverb

as in however

in spite of that

you're rather late getting here, but you're welcome to join us for dinner notwithstanding

Synonyms & Similar Words

• however
• nevertheless
• though
• nonetheless
• still
• yet
• at the same time
• all the same
• even so
• regardless
• howbeit
• withal
• still and all
• anyhow
• after all
• per contra

notwithstanding

2 of 3

conjunction

as in although

in spite of the fact that

the man suspected of being the serial killer is little known to his neighbors, notwithstanding he has lived in the apartment complex for years

Synonyms & Similar Words

• although
• though
• while
• but
• albeit
• as
• if
• whereas
• when
• whilst
• much as
• howbeit

notwithstanding

3 of 3

preposition

ˌnät-with-ˈstan-diŋ 

as in despite

without being prevented by

we went to see the show, my objections notwithstanding

Synonyms & Similar Words

• despite
• in spite of
• regardless of
• with
• in despite of
• in defiance of

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of notwithstanding

Adverb

His work ethic notwithstanding, the issue between the two of you is easier to address. — Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 25 July 2026

Film snobbery notwithstanding, however, much of that will be accomplished via non-Imax 70mm screenings, which come in a near-Homeric list of types. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026

Preposition

Either way, Wanda comes out on top, her seeming death notwithstanding. — Ew Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026

Snorkeling is definitely out—the deadly air notwithstanding—but perhaps walking along the bottom of a methane lake would be a fun diversion. — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 31 July 2026