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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 /
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
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Example Sentences
A single 12-month period isn't considered a breach of the Paris agreement, however, with the record heat of 2024 given an extra boost by natural weather patterns.
"The home appeared to have been searched by an unknown individual; however, the family has indicated that they don’t believe anything is missing."
California’s however, decreased, according to the Pew Research Center.
Woodcock, however, acknowledged the reports about exempted drugs, ideally, “would be under much more scrutiny.”
India has, however, consistently denied any intervention by the US.
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What are other ways to sayhowever?
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.
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