adverb
withal
Despite what has already been mentioned.
The task was difficult; withal, she did not complain.
Etymology
The compound means with all that. It can introduce a fact that remains true even when everything previously mentioned is taken into account.
More examples
- He had little money and was content withal.
- The journey was long, yet pleasant withal.
- She knew the danger and remained hopeful withal.
Forms
withal
Similar words
- nevertheless
- Nevertheless is the ordinary equivalent for despite that; withal is an older alternative.
- still
- Still can signal the same contrast; withal is more literary.