Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

all-the-same

idiom
/ɔːl ðə seɪm/
Definition
Despite anything to the contrary; nevertheless or in any case.
Examples
  • She was late to the meeting, but all the same, her ideas were well received.
  • He didn’t like the movie; all the same, he appreciated the cinematography.
  • It rained all day; all the same, we enjoyed our picnic under the shelter.
Meaning
This phrase is used to indicate that regardless of previous statements or circumstances, the situation remains the same or has a particular implication.
Synonyms
  • nevertheless
  • nonetheless
  • even so
  • regardless