Surprising Results
Linking Language
'However', 'nevertheless', and 'nonetheless' connect two sentences and show an unexpected result to what has been stated in the preceding sentence. 'However' is the most common of these expressions, whereas 'nevertheless' and 'nonetheless' are more formal are generally used in written English.
However
Example:
However, they decided to form a nonprofit organization."
However, the expatriates voted early by mail and did not wait."
Nevertheless
Example:
Nevertheless, if we develop the expertise we will also be able to help others."
Nevertheless, we can achieve sustainability if we for a company that is not just for profit."
Nonetheless
Example:
Nonetheless, I will only speak off the record."
Nonetheless, we are going to hold firm in our objective."