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ALTHOUGH
Etymology
Conjunction
although
Though, even though, in spite of or despite the fact that: introducing a clause that expresses a concession.
But, except.
Usage notes
• 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
Synonyms
• (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
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