whilst
/waɪlst/
conjunction
- During the time that; at the same time as.
- She listened to music whilst she worked.
- He fell asleep whilst watching the movie.
- The phone rang whilst I was in the shower.
- In contrast; whereas (used to show a difference).
- The north is cold, whilst the south is warm.
- I prefer tea, whilst my brother drinks coffee.
- Some people love spicy food, whilst others cannot handle it.
- Although; despite the fact that.
- Whilst I agree with your point, I think we need more evidence.
- Whilst he is young, he is very wise.
- Whilst the task was difficult, they managed to finish on time.