despite the fact (conjunction) although: even though
Detalii: although and though are interchangeable as conjunctions, but to start a clause, use 'although'
Sinonime: bang*, boost,
catalyst,
cause, charge,
encouragement, eye-opener, fillip,
fireworks*,
flash*,
goad,
impetus,
impulse, incentive, incitation, incitement,
inducement, instigation,
invitation,
kick*,
motivation,
motive, piquing, propellant,
push, shot in the arm,
spur, stimulant,
stimulation,
sting*, turn-on, urging
Antonime: discouragement,
hindrance, tranquilizer