Despite (oneself) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "despite (oneself)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-08-12 11:08

Meaning of Despite (oneself)

Despite (oneself) phrase

Said to show that your previously mentioned action is unintentional or you don't want to do something.

 

They insulted me, despite themselves, as they thought I was their opponent.

Despite myself, I was attracted to him.

He let some strangers stay over , despite himself.

Origin of Despite (oneself)

This phrase was formed based on the meaning of the conjunction "despite".
 

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