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- Dictionaryhowever/haʊˈɛvə/
adverb
- 1. used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously: "People tend to put on weight in middle age. However, gaining weight is not inevitable" Similar
- 2. in whatever way; regardless of how: "however you look at it, you can't criticize that" Similar
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HOWEVER definition: 1. despite whatever amount or degree: 2. used to express surprise: 3. in whatever way: . Learn more.
The meaning of HOWEVER is in whatever manner or way that. How to use however in a sentence. Beginning a Sentence With However.
However means "even so" or, "on the other hand," and you use it to introduce a complication or contradiction. You might tell your friend, "I love your cooking. However, I already have plans for dinner tonight." The adverb however has a few different meanings. It often shows contrast.
You use however when you are saying something that somebody might not expect because of what you have just said. The apartment is rather small. It is, however, much nicer than our old apartment.
Definition of however adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. used to introduce a statement that contrasts with something that has just been said. He was feeling bad. He went to work, however, and tried to concentrate. We thought the figures were correct. However, we have now discovered some errors.
There are eight meanings listed in OED's entry for the adverb however, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
You use however when you are saying something that somebody might not expect because of what you have just said. The apartment is rather small. It is, however, much nicer than our old apartment.
