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how·ev·er
 however
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- pronunciation:
- haU
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- parts of speech:
- adverb, conjunction
| part of speech: |
adverb |
| definition 1: |
"However" is a word we sometimes use when something we are about to say contrasts a lot with the thing we just said. The two things are both true but seem to disagree with each other.
It was the middle of winter. However, it was not very cold, and people were walking outside without even wearing coats.The robbers planned to get in through a window. However, the windows were all locked, so their plan didn't work. |
| definition 2: |
Sometimes "however" means "to whatever degree or amount."
However hard Willie tried, he couldn't lift his dog, because his dog was just too big.I know Holly will finish her part of the project however long it takes her. |
| related words: |
still |
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| part of speech: |
conjunction |
| definition: |
"However" means "in whatever way that...."
Sam said he wasn't sure about the best way to fix my bike, but he said he's going to fix it however he can.Alana doesn't like turkey however it's cooked. |
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