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however
[ hou-ev-er ]
adverb
- nevertheless; yet; on the other hand; in spite of that:
We have not yet won; however, we shall keep trying.
- to whatever extent or degree; no matter how:
However much you spend, I will reimburse you.
- in whatever manner:
We will allow you to travel however you please.
- how; how under the circumstances:
However did you manage?
conjunction
- in whatever way, manner, or state:
Arrange your hours however you like.
however
/ ʊˈɛə /
sentence connector
- still; nevertheless
- on the other hand; yet
adverb
- by whatever means; in whatever manner
- used with adjectives expressing or admitting of quantity or degree no matter how
however long it takes, finish it
- an emphatic form of how 1
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
Many voters in Alberta, however, dismiss the notion of independence altogether, even if they agree that the province has been overlooked.
The two suspects, however, were unaware that the two people they had enlisted were “affiliated with and acting at the direction of the FBI,” according to the Justice Department’s statement.
She did, however, keep open the possibility of a subscription model.
Under President Joe Biden, however, the DOJ dropped the charges against both Joseph and the officer after reaching an agreement with the accused.
But however uncomfortable Powell might have been then, his position has only gotten worse.
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The adverb however means “on the other hand” or “in spite of that.” How does it compare to however, but, nevertheless, still, and yet? Learn more on .
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