Albeit

Pronunciation

• RP IPA: /ɔːlˈbi.ɪt/

Origin

Middle English, completely though it be, from al (completely) + be (3rd person singular present subjunctive of been to be) + it

Conjunction

1. although, despite beingHe has a very good idea, albeit a strange one.

Usage notes

Unlike although, albeit cannot also introduce a subordinate clause. Either can introduce a noun phrase, adjectival phrase, or adverbial phrase.

Anagrams

• albite
• betail