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Hi ,dear friendsHow does it make a difference between although,however,still,nonethelese,neverthelese and on the other hand?  I mean it seems that they belong to two different groups,which factors should i consider when i suppposed to choose" however or nonetheless"?Here is the problem:The statue is 50 m high  and some 80 metric tons of copper was required for its fabrication .It is probable that few projec ts before  or since the Satue's construction  in 1876-1885 ever required as much copper.  ...........,no historical records have yet been found to indicate precisely the source of copper.1)Nonetheless    2)HoweverAlso i have a problem with although and though versus however,nevertheles,still and so on...... .Thanks in advance.

Philip · Accepted Answer

They are very similar in meaning and in use.  You may find that your personal style will dictate which you choose.  Feel free to check back here if you have a specific case in question.

Rashin · Answer

Any better reply?

CalifJim · Answer

nonetheless, nevertheless, and however are all defined in terms of each other in my dictionary, so there seems to be little difference.

I did find a note in the same dictionary, however, under but:

Synonyms: but, however, still, yet, nevertheless. Each of these words introduces a statement in opposition to what precedes it. But, which notes but does not stress the opposition, is the most widely applicable. He was ill, but he kept the appointment. In the same example, however would soften the contrast between the two elements. Still, yet, and nevertheless, in the same example, emphasize contrast.

The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language.
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I conclude that in your example, nonetheless would emphasize the contrast more than however would. Personally, I would choose however.

CJ

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