however

American  

[hou-ev-er] / haʊˈɛv ər /

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?

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conjunction

1. in whatever way, manner, or state.

   Arrange your hours however you like.

however British  

/ haʊˈɛvə /

1. still; nevertheless

2. on the other hand; yet

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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

Usage

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.

Etymology

Origin of however

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

Example Sentences

"Rather than address these well-known issues, however, Walmart has persisted in these practices and continues to attract and retain drivers and customers to Spark with false earning claims and misleading representations," it said.

From BBC

That definition, however, seems to vary from home cook to home cook.

From Salon

One possible complication, however, could be the record capital-expenditure outlay of U.S.-based AI companies that don’t appear to be generating high returns.

From MarketWatch

His subsequent career in the broadcast booth, however, lasted all of two seasons.

From The Wall Street Journal

She felt reassured, however, by the neat brick buildings and the friendly guard who checked her ID at the gate.

From The Wall Street Journal

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