in spite

Preposition

Preposition in spite

1. If ${\displaystyle x}$ happens in spite of ${\displaystyle y}$, it is surprising that ${\displaystyle y}$ did not stop ${\displaystyle x}$.
   • Synonym: despite

   They couldn't move it in spite of their strength.

   In spite of all the problems, the project was finished on time.

Related words

• in
• spite