Definitions
- Used to introduce a contrasting statement or idea. - Used to indicate that something is true despite what has been said before. - Used to emphasize a point or idea that may seem surprising or unexpected.
- Used to indicate that something continues to be true or exist. - Used to show that something remains the same despite changes or developments. - Used to express that something is surprising or unexpected.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are adverbs.
- 2Both words are used to indicate a continuation of something.
- 3Both words can be used to express surprise or unexpectedness.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Nonetheless is used to introduce a contrasting idea, while still is used to indicate that something continues to be true or exist.
- 2Emphasis: Nonetheless emphasizes a surprising or unexpected point, while still emphasizes the continuation of something.
- 3Position: Nonetheless is often used at the beginning of a sentence, while still can be used in various positions within a sentence.
- 4Formality: Nonetheless is more formal than still, which is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 5Connotation: Nonetheless can imply a sense of concession or compromise, while still can imply persistence or determination.
Remember this!
Nonetheless and still are both adverbs used to indicate a continuation of something. However, nonetheless is used to introduce a contrasting idea or emphasize a surprising point, while still emphasizes the continuation of something and can be used in various positions within a sentence. Additionally, nonetheless is more formal and can imply a sense of concession, while still is more commonly used in everyday language and can imply persistence or determination.
