withal

adverb

wi-ˈt͟hȯl How to pronounce withal (audio)
Definition of withalnext
1
as in then
in addition to what has been said a successful businessman and withal a major contributor to local charities

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2
as in however
in spite of that a homely face that was withal rather compelling

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for withal
  1. then
  2. however
  3. besides
  4. nevertheless
  5. also
  6. though
  7. either
  8. nonetheless
Adverb
  • Jewish pioneers’ history here has been preserved at Leadville’s Temple Israel, built in 1884 for a community that then numbered some 400 and contributed to business and municipal life.
    James Dziezynski, Outside Online, 10 Nov. 2024
  • Until then, the Equinox EV stands in proudly as GM’s most affordable model.
    Peter Douglas, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
Definition of then
Adverb
  • The chase, however, was called off when the man started speeding toward a school zone, Fortner said.
    Jason Green, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • The question still looming over many in the food industry, however, is how two big variables will factor into food prices.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of however
Adverb
  • Usually comprised of at least a dozen companies, including publishers of source material, radio and TV stations, advertising agencies and more besides, consensus from the production committee is necessary for most major artistic and commercial decisions.
    Gavin J Blair, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
  • But after two impeachments, a reelection defeat, the disgrace of January 6, multiple indictments, a felony conviction, and much else besides, Trump has gained strength rather than shed it.
    Rich Lowry, National Review, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of besides
Adverb
  • Rutka and her friends endure uncertain futures but nevertheless reach for hope and resilience in this new musical making its world premiere in Cincinnati.
    Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 4 Nov. 2024
  • This is nevertheless a policy proposal that has resonated with U.S. overseas voters and political organizers like Joe Beydoun, who chairs Republicans Overseas in the United Arab Emirates.
    Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of nevertheless
Adverb
  • Zhao also directed staff to bring forward a resolution to the council that would dissolve the ad hoc committee on economic vitality.
    Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
  • Herbert also rushed for 32 yards on nine carries, weaving his way through traffic on his touchdown run and on several other runs, too.
    Elliott Teaford, Orange County Register, 10 Nov. 2024
Definition of also
Adverb
  • Dylan Hooper bailed out his keeper, though and even avoided overtime.
    Michael Nowels, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
  • For Election Day, though, the National Weather Service forecast a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with clouds in the morning and then skies gradually becoming sunny.
    Penny Weaver, arkansasonline.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of though
Adverb
  • Poetry in the Age of Disenchantment by Charles Taylor Ukraine Divided Almost three years after the beginning of Russia’s invasion, Ukraine is not defeated, but Russia is not victorious, either.
    Erin Maglaque, The New York Review of Books, 15 Nov. 2024
  • But don’t forget a tank top or a pair of shorts, either.
    Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
Definition of either
Adverb
  • But Nixon says law enforcement has nonetheless been aware of Moucka’s identity since at least early July.
    Matt Burgess, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
  • There are simply no hard and fast rules, but what constitutes a grand complication is usually pretty obvious, nonetheless.
    Sophie Furley, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of nonetheless
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Thesaurus Entries Near withal

with a grain of salt

withal

with a vengeance

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