spite : Idioms & Phrases
In spite of , ∨ Spite of
- in opposition to all efforts of; in defiance or contempt of; notwithstanding. "Continuing, spite of pain, to use a knee after it had been slightly ibnjured." H. Spenser. "And saved me in spite of the world, the devil, and myself." South. "In spite of all applications, the patient grew worse every day." Arbuthnot. See Syn. under
Notwithstanding .
Webster 1913
in spite of appearance
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adverb in reality
inside; deep down; at bottom; at heart.
- she is very kind at heart
WordNet
In spite of the teeth
- in defiance of opposition; in opposition to every effort.
Webster 1913
To owe one a spite
- to entertain a mean hatred for him.
