Notwithstanding that; in spite of the fact that; albeit; while: followed by a clause, usually indicative, either completely or elliptically expressed, and noting a recognized fact.Conceding or allowing that; however true it be that; even were it the case that; even if: followed by a subjunctive clause noting a mere possibility or supposition.Hence, without concessive force, in the case that; if: commonly used in the expression as though.Nevertheless; however; still; but: followed by a clause restricting or modifying preceding statements.Synonyms Although, Though, etc. (See although.) While, Though. See while.Notwithstanding this or that; however; for all that.