despite
/dɪˈspaɪt/
preposition
- Without being affected by; in spite of.
- Despite his busy schedule, he always finds time for family.
- She finished the race despite her injury.
- Despite the rain, we went for a walk.
Synonyms
noun
- Contemptuous treatment or behavior; insult.
- The old king treated the messenger with despite.
- He spoke of his rival with despite.
- She felt the sting of their despite in every cold glance.