This is the 82nd most frequent Hebrew word.
למרות
"Despite" or "although."
The word 'למרות' introduces a contrast to the main action, showing that the action was carried out even though an opposing condition existed (the rain).
למרות הגשם, הם הלכו לטייל.
Despite the rain, they went for a walk.
The word 'למרות' used here highlights that the subject's state of being was not influenced by the adverse conditions.
הוא היה שמח למרות הקשיים.
He was happy despite the difficulties.
In this sentence, 'למרות' indicates that a planned event occurred regardless of warnings or potential reasons to cancel it.