Words · Very common
however
/ˌhaʊˈɛvɚ/ · 7 letters · 6 distinct letters
- adverb
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it
- adverb
by contrast; on the other hand
the first part was easy; the second, however, took hours
- adverb
to whatever degree or extent
The results, however general, are important
- adverb
in whatever way or manner
Victory, however it was brought about, was sweet