GATE Mechanical 2020 Set 1 | GA Question: 4

Question

I do not think you know the case well enough to have opinions. Having said that, I agree with your other point.

What does the phrase “having said that” mean in the given text?

• A. as opposed to what I have said
• B. despite what I have said
• C. in addition to what I have said
• D. contrary to what I have said

Answer 1

I do not think you know the case well enough to have opinions.

• So, I’m not expected to agree to your opinions.

Having said that, I agree with your other point.

• So, “having said that” is “not contradicting” but “adding something extra” which is “not in agreement” with the previous statement. “despite what I have said” is the correct meaning.

Correct Answer: B.