however

[hou-ev-er]

adverb

1. nevertheless; yet; on the other hand; in spite of that.

   We have not yet won; however, we shall keep trying.

2. to whatever extent or degree; no matter how.

   However much you spend, I will reimburse you.

3. in whatever manner.

   We will allow you to travel however you please.

4. how; how under the circumstances.

   However did you manage?

conjunction

1. in whatever way, manner, or state.

   Arrange your hours however you like.

however

/ haʊˈɛvə /

1. still; nevertheless

2. on the other hand; yet

adverb

1. by whatever means; in whatever manner

2. (used with adjectives expressing or admitting of quantity or degree) no matter how

   however long it takes, finish it

3. an emphatic form of how 1

Word History and Origins

Origin of however¹

First recorded in 1350–1400, however is from the Middle English word hou-ever. See how ¹, ever

Example Sentences

Unlike many K-pop groups, however, Stray Kids write and produce their own material.

From BBC

In the name of not letting anything in the Big Thief world get too sweet, however, I tell Lenker that, as uplifting as the record is, there is one part that made me pretty sad.

From Los Angeles Times

A woman quickly approached Feltwell, however, and angrily declared that the ball belonged to her.

From Los Angeles Times

A representative for “John Wick” star Reeves, however, confirmed otherwise.

From Los Angeles Times

Doing so, however, has meant more than just watching out for herself.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• nevertheless 
• nonetheless 
• notwithstanding 
• still 
• yet 

When To Use

What are other ways to say however?

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 Thesaurus.com.