even so
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Definition
Adverb: Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems surprising after what has just been said. It means "in spite of that" or "nevertheless."
Usage
"Even so" is used to concede a point and then introduce a contrasting or surprising fact. It often follows a clause that presents a problem, drawback, or opposing idea. - It typically connects two contrasting ideas within a single sentence or between two sentences. - It is more formal than "but" or "still" and is similar in use to "however," "nevertheless," or "nonetheless."
Examples
- The weather forecast predicted rain all day. Even so, we decided to go ahead with the picnic.
- He had very little experience. Even so, his performance was impressive.
- The movie received terrible reviews. I wanted to see it even so.
- It's an expensive car. Even so, it's very popular.
Advanced Usage
- Position in a sentence: "Even so" is often used at the beginning of a clause, followed by a comma. It can also be placed in the middle of a sentence for stylistic variation.
- The plan is risky. Even so, we must proceed.
- We must proceed, even so.
- Following a concession: It is commonly used after a clause introduced by "although," "while," or "granted that."
- Although the task is difficult, even so we are determined to finish it.
Variants and Related Words
- Nevertheless (adv.): In spite of that; notwithstanding.
- Nonetheless (adv.): In spite of that; nevertheless.
- However (adv.): Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with something that has just been said.
- Still (adv.): Nevertheless; all the same.
- All the same (idiom): In spite of this; nevertheless.
Synonyms
- Nevertheless
- Nonetheless
- However
- Still
- Yet
- Be that as it may
Related Phrases and Idioms
- All the same: This phrase is a direct synonym and can often be used interchangeably with "even so" in many contexts.
- It was a long journey. All the same, it was worth it.
Adverb
- despite anything to the contrary (usually following a concession)
- although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it
- while we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed
- he was a stern yet fair master
- granted that it is dangerous, all the same I still want to go