notwithstanding

/ˌnɑtwɪθˈstændɪŋ/
preposition
  1. Despite; in spite of.
    • Notwithstanding the rain, the picnic went ahead as planned.
    • Notwithstanding the high cost, they decided to buy the house.
    • She finished the race, notwithstanding her injured ankle.
Synonyms
adverb
  1. Nevertheless; however; in spite of what has just been said.
    • The weather was terrible; notwithstanding, we had a wonderful time.
    • The team was tired; they played well, notwithstanding.
    • He was warned about the risks; he went ahead notwithstanding.