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Definition of albeit

albeit

/ɔːlˈbiː.ɪt/
al · be · it
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• conjunction

1

Although; even though; used to introduce a concessive word, phrase, or subordinate clause that qualifies or contrasts with a preceding statement.

Example

"The research team made steady, albeit slow, progress toward developing a viable vaccine."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In modern usage, 'albeit' typically introduces an adjective, adverb, or prepositional phrase that qualifies a preceding statement, whereas 'although' and 'even though' usually introduce a full independent clause containing a finite verb.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as a contraction of the subjunctive phrase 'al be it', literally meaning 'all (completely) though it be'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Albeit. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/albeit
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