ikkealligevel

Ikkealligevel is a Norwegian-language term that appears to be a compound of the negation particle ikke and the adverb allikevel. It is not widely standardized in major dictionaries and is most often encountered as two separate words (ikke likevel) or, less commonly, as a stylized single form in informal writing or online contexts. The single-word variant tends to be used for emphasis or rhetorical effect rather than as a standard lexical item.

In usage, the combination is understood as a negation of the concession carried by allikevel, effectively meaning “not after all” or “not, after all.” However, its acceptability and frequency vary by region, register, and author. In formal or standard Norwegian, speakers typically favor the conventional constructions either by using allikevel (nevertheless) on its own or by negating the surrounding statement with ikke in a more routine way.

Orthographically, speakers and writers often prefer the two-word form ikke likevel in most contexts. The closed form ikkealligevel is more likely to be found in informal text, brand-like writing, or creative prose where authors experiment with rhythm or emphasis. Because it is not a widely recognized standalone entry in major reference works, guidance on its correct usage is often regional or stylistic rather than normative.

See also: allikevel, likevel, ikke.