albeit

adverbHigh-frequency wordMore A words

though; even though; used to introduce a concession

In a sentence

Albeit in a sentence

Here are example sentences showing albeit in a sentence.

The plan was a success, albeit a costly one that strained the company's resources.

The new policy was effective, albeit at a cost that few had anticipated.

Synonyms

thoughalthoughnotwithstanding

Antonyms

None listed.

Usage & nuance

Using “albeit” well

Albeit introduces a concession within a sentence and means roughly even though. It is a single conjunction, more compact and formal than although, and is not used to begin an independent clause.

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Common questions

Questions about “albeit”

Albeit (adverb) means though; even though; used to introduce a concession

Here is albeit used in an example sentence: "The plan was a success, albeit a costly one that strained the company's resources." Another example: "The new policy was effective, albeit at a cost that few had anticipated."

Common synonyms for albeit include though, although, notwithstanding.

Albeit functions in Text Completion as a concession signal, clustering with though, although, and notwithstanding. Spotting it tells you a contrast or qualification follows, which guides the missing word.

Yes. Albeit is a high-frequency GRE word, so it is worth prioritising as you build your vocabulary.

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