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DESPITE

(noun, verb, prep.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Despite.

How to pronounce despite:

US

Despite - as a noun

Lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

Example: "He was held in contempt"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contemptdisdainscorn

Contemptuous disregard

Example: "She wanted neither favor nor despite"

Despite - as a verb

To vex; to annoy; to offend contemptuously.

Despite - as a preposition

In spite of, notwithstanding, regardless of.

Example Sentences

"She continued to work diligently despite feeling exhausted."
"They managed to win the game despite numerous setbacks."
"He was determined to finish the race despite his injured leg."
"She remained calm despite the chaotic situation."
"He smiled despite the bad news."
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Word Game Points

Is DESPITE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, despite is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DESPITE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is DESPITE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, despite is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DESPITE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is DESPITE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, despite is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DESPITE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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