although
Though, even though, in spite of or despite the fact that: introducing a clause that expresses a concession.
But, except.
• When conjunctions, the words “although” and “though” are generally interchangeable
• “Although” is usually placed at the beginning of its clause, whereas “though” may occur elsewhere and is the more common term when used to link words or phrases (as in “wiser though poorer”). In certain constructions, only “though” is acceptable
• (in spite of): notwithstanding (that), even if, albeit (that), even though; see also even though
Source: Wiktionary
Al*though", conj. Etym: [All + though; OE. al thagh.]
Definition: Grant all this; be it that; supposing that; notwithstanding; though. Although all shall be offended, yet will no I. Mark xiv. 29.
Syn.
– Although, Though. Although, which originally was perhaps more emphatic than though, is now interchangeable with it in the sense given above. Euphonic consideration determines the choice.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
31 March 2025
(adjective) done or made using whatever is available; “crossed the river on improvised bridges”; “the survivors used jury-rigged fishing gear”; “the rock served as a makeshift hammer”
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