nonetheless

adv

Etymology: A modification of natheless after none, from Middle English natheles, from Old English nān þȳ lǣs, nā þē lǣs, nā þȳ lǣs. By surface analysis, none + the + less.

1. Nevertheless.

   “And "Juno" is the kind of movie all indie comedies wish they could be: light and lovable, perhaps a bit too pleased with the cleverness of its dialogue, but a small charmer nonetheless.”

   “That's proof to Freire that the party has room for moderate Republicans who are nonetheless loyal Republicans.”