Definition of in spite of

in spite ofidiomatic

mặc dù, bất chấp

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The phrase "in spite of" comes from the Old English "on spīte," meaning "in defiance of," literally "in the face of." "Spīte" evolved from the Proto-Germanic "speit," meaning "opposition, defiance." The "in" prefix added to "spīte" intensified the meaning of resisting something, making it "in spite of" something. This phrase has been used since the 14th century, evolving into its modern form by the 16th century.

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without being affected by the particular factor mentioned

mà không bị ảnh hưởng bởi yếu tố cụ thể được đề cập

Example:
  • he was suddenly cold in spite of the sun

    anh ấy đột nhiên lạnh mặc dù có nắng

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