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Withal Meaning in English

word

wɪˈðɔːl
wi-THAWL
wɪðˈæl
with-AL

释义

An old-fashioned or literary word meaning 'in addition' or 'despite that'; often used at the end of a sentence to add extra information or show contrast.

用法与细微差别

Very rare in modern speech; almost only found in classic literature or poetry. Typically appears at the end of a clause or sentence. Modern English rarely uses 'withal'; for contemporary speech, use 'besides', 'nevertheless', or 'in addition'.

例句

He was tired, withal, he kept working.

basic

The mountain was high, dangerous withal.

basic

She is wise and beautiful withal.

basic

He spoke harshly, but kindly withal.

natural

A strange fellow, mysterious withal.

natural

It rained heavily all day, cheerful spirits withal.

natural