Word: However

Pronunciation

/ˌhauˈevər/

Definitions

• Adverb: Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been previously stated, often used to indicate that what follows is unexpected or surprising. For example: “I tried to convince him; however, he wouldn’t listen.”

  “We thought it would rain today; however, the sun is shining brightly.”

• Conjunction: Serving to connect contrasting ideas or clauses, typically between independent clauses. It introduces a clause that contrasts with the preceding clause. For example: “She was tired; however, she stayed up late to finish her project.”

  “The hike was exhausting; however, the view from the summit made it all worthwhile.”

Phrases

• “However much/many”: Indicating no matter how great the quantity or extent. For example: “However much they try, they can’t seem to agree on anything.”
• “However that may be”: Expressing the fact that something is true despite any possible objections. For example: “He claimed he was innocent; however that may be, he still had to go to court.”

Example Sentences

• Adverb: “He said he disliked hiking; however, he agreed to join us on this trip.”
• Conjunction: “She had studied hard for the exam; however, she still found the questions challenging.”

Synonyms

• Nevertheless
• Nonetheless
• Despite that
• In spite of that
• Still
• Yet
• Even so