依然

依然

Still; as before; unchanged.

Here, "依然" is used to indicate that something remains unchanged despite circumstances.

他虽然经历了困难，但依然保持着积极的态度。

Although he went through difficulties, he still maintains a positive attitude.

In this sentence, "依然" conveys that the state of the subject continues as before.

这棵树依然站在那里，风雨也无法撼动它。

This tree still stands there, unshaken by wind and rain.

"依然" in this context emphasizes the continuity and persistence of a condition over time.

尽管时间过去了很多年，他们的友谊依然如初。

Although many years have passed, their friendship is still as it was at the beginning.