The project faced several challenges; nonetheless, the team managed to complete it on time.
synonyms
neverthelesshoweverstill
word origin — Middle English, from 'nonetheless' (a combination of 'none,' 'the,' and 'less')
SAT Vocabulary Level 1 — Set 62
Set 62 of SAT Vocabulary Level 1 covers 5 words: nonetheless, somewhat, oversea, nevertheless, whereby. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
nonetheless · adverb/ˌnʌn.ðəˈlɛs/
in spite of that
The project faced several challenges; nonetheless, the team managed to complete it on time.
Synonyms: nevertheless, however, still
Origin: Middle English, from 'nonetheless' (a combination of 'none,' 'the,' and 'less')
somewhat · adverb/ˈsʌm.wət/
to a moderate extent or degree
The movie was somewhat entertaining, but it didn't quite live up to the hype.
Synonyms: somehow, moderately, fairly
Origin: Late Middle English, from 'some' + 'what'
oversea · adjective/ˌoʊvərˈsi/
situated or operating abroad or across the ocean
The company has several oversea branches that cater to international clients.
Synonyms: foreign, overseas, external
Origin: The term 'oversea' originates from Middle English 'overse' and Old English 'ūfersea', which combines 'ūfer' (over) and 'sǣ' (sea), literally meaning over or across the sea.
nevertheless · adverb/ˌnɛvərðəˈlɛs/
in spite of that
The project was behind schedule; nevertheless, the team managed to meet the final deadline.
Synonyms: nonetheless, however, still
Origin: The word 'nevertheless' originated in the late Middle English period, combining 'never' (from Old English 'nǽfre') + 'the' + 'less' (from Old English 'leas').
whereby · adverb/wɛrˈbeɪ/
by which or through which
The committee established a new policy whereby employees can work from home two days a week.