Howbeit
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /haʊˈbiː.ɪt/ · Part of speech conjunction
Quick meaning: Howbeit is a conjunction meaning (archaic) Although.
Meaning
(archaic) Although.
More Meanings
- (archaic) Be that as it may; nevertheless.
Example Sentences
Howbeit, then when ye knew not God, yee did ſeruice vnto them which by nature are no Gods.
Our hearts discern wild images of Death, Shadows and shoals that edge eternity. Howbeit athwart Death's imminent shade doth soar One Power
Howbeit we have not yet been able to overtake young Madam, we may account it ſome good fortune, that we have hitherto traced her courſe aright.
The Ueynes are ſpred foorth throughout the whole bodie, howbeit from one welhead, that is to ſay from the Liuer: ſo be the Sinews, howbeit from the Brayne; So likewiſe are the Heartſtrings, howbeit from the Heart.
Word Forms
- howbe
Synonyms for howbeit
Depending on context, synonyms include however, nonetheless, albeit, although, as, though.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include although, however, though, nevertheless, howe'er, withal.
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