obstante
adverbformal/ɔbʃˈtɐ̃tɨ/low
obs·tan·te
Definition
Used only in the adverbial phrase 'não obstante', meaning 'despite', 'however', 'notwithstanding'.
The event took place outdoors, notwithstanding the rain.
Notwithstanding the challenges, he succeeded.
Common collocations
notwithstanding
Idiomatic expressions
- não obstante (despite, however)
Etymology
Do latim 'obstans, -antis', particípio presente de 'obstare' (opor-se, estar no caminho).