What is another word for despite the fact that?

Pronunciation: [dɪspˈa͡ɪt ðə fˈakt ðˈat] (IPA)

"Despite the fact that" is a commonly used phrase to show a contrast between two things. However, using the same phrase over and over again in writing can become monotonous. Therefore, it is important to have synonyms for this phrase to keep the writing engaging and varied. These synonyms include "even though," "notwithstanding," "although," "regardless of," and "in spite of." "Even though" emphasizes the balance between two opposing views, "notwithstanding" means "in spite of," "although" connects two contrasting ideas, "regardless of" shows that something is independent of something else, and "in spite of" means "despite" or "regardless of." These synonyms can be effectively used to add variety to writing and keep it engaging.

What are the hypernyms for Despite the fact that?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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