Despite
Despite
Despite (/dɪˈspaɪt/) is a preposition used in English language. It is not a medical term, but it is often used in medical literature to indicate a condition or result that occurs in spite of certain factors or conditions.
Etymology
The word 'despite' originates from the Middle English word 'despit', which is derived from the Old French 'despit'. The Old French term is in turn derived from the Latin 'despectus', which means 'contempt' or 'scorn'.
Usage in Medical Literature
In medical literature, 'despite' is often used to indicate a condition or result that occurs in spite of certain factors or conditions. For example, "Despite receiving the best medical care, the patient's condition worsened." Here, 'despite' is used to indicate that the patient's condition worsened even though they received the best medical care.
Related Terms
- Preposition: A word that shows the relationship of a noun or pronoun to another word in a sentence.
- Condition: In medicine, a condition is a state of health that is not normal, such as an illness or disease.
- Factor: In medicine, a factor is something that contributes to or influences the outcome of a condition or disease.
- Result: In medicine, a result is the outcome or effect of a condition, disease, or treatment.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Despite
- Wikipedia's article - Despite
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