Al-though’, conj.

(əl-thō’), conj. [From all and though, q. v.] Grant all this; be it so; allow all; suppose that; admit all that; notwithstanding.

Although all shall be offended, yet will not I. Mark xiv. 29.

Synonyms— ALTHOUGH, THOUGH. These words differ only in one respect; although is the stronger and more emphatic of the two, and is therefore usually chosen to begin a sentence; as, “Although I have many competitors, I still hope to succeed.” See WHILE.

Even the favored isles So lately found, although the constant sun Cheer all their seasons with a grateful smile, Can boast but little virtue. Cowper.