| 单词 | despite |
| 释义 | despite despite /dɪˈspaɪt/ preposition B1 without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by: » I still enjoyed the week despite the weather.» Despite repeated assurances that the product is safe, many people have stopped buying it.» [+ -ing verb] He managed to eat a big lunch despite having eaten an enormous breakfast.Thesaurus+: ↑Connecting words which express a contrastdespite yourselfF0 If you do something despite yourself, you do it although you do not want to or although you know you should not: » He laughed despite himself.» She took the money from her mother's purse, despite herself.Thesaurus+: ↑Connecting words which express a contrast• • • Extra Examples:» Trains are still running, despite the snow.» The pop festival passed off peacefully, despite the fears of local residents.» The overall situation is good, despite a few minor problems.» He was able to lead a normal life, despite the illness.» She manages to stay cheerful despite everything.Common mistake: despite! Remember that despite is never followed by 'of'.! Don't say 'despite of something', say despite something:✗ She is an excellent assistant, despite of her lack of computer skills.» She is an excellent assistant, despite her lack of computer skills.! Note that in spite has a similar meaning but is always followed by 'of':» In spite of her lack of computer skills, she is an excellent assistant. |
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