despite

Definition

  • noun: the feeling or attitude of despising someone or something
  • verb: to treat with contempt
  • preposition: without being prevented by (something)
  • used to say that something happens or is true even though there is something that might prevent it from happening or being true
  • synonyms: contempt, malice, malignity

Examples

  • They are not getting married, 'despite' rumors to the contrary. [=even though there have been rumors saying they are getting married]

  • The law has yet to be passed, 'despite the fact that' most people are in favor of it.

  • They grew to love each other, almost 'despite themselves'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) ...the most logical delivery system for the terrorist to use... ...would be an airborne attack. A separate report has been filed... ...suggesting a train, despite the fact that the tunnels surrounding Parliament... ...have been sealed shut. Chief Inspector Finch. No, sir. Just a feeling. , (..)
    2005 V for Vendetta
  • (..) - We located the fireworks launch... ...and found traces of the explosives used at both sites. Unfortunately it appears that despite the heavy level of sophistication... ...these devices were homemade with over-the-counter chemicals... ...making them very difficult to trace. he's very good. (..)
    2005 V for Vendetta