Despite

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspaɪt/

Despite (preposition)

  1. Used to show that something happened or is true, even with a problem or difficulty.

Examples

  • She finished the race despite feeling tired.
  • He smiled despite the bad news.

Common collocations: despite the odds, despite the difficulties, despite the weather

Synonyms of Despite

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Despite

  • Used to indicate reason or cause.