However (Adverb)
Meaning 1
By contrast; on the other hand; "the first part was easy; the second, however, took hours".
Meaning 2
Despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession); "although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it"; "while we disliked each other, nevertheless we agreed"; "he was a stern yet fair master"; "granted that it is dangerous, all the same I still want to go".
Examples
- She claimed she wasn't hungry, however she finished the entire meal.
- He wanted to retire, however he needed to pay off his debts first.
- It's not easy, however if you're willing to work for it, I'm sure you can succeed.
- We disliked each other as colleagues, however when it came to brainstorming, our different perspectives always worked in our favor.
- Despite feeling discouraged by his failed business venture, however he quickly turned around and opened another shop down the street.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
To whatever degree or extent; "The results, however general, are important"; "they have begun, however reluctantly, to acknowledge the legitimacy of some of the opposition's concerns".
Meaning 4
In whatever way or manner; "Victory, however it was brought about, was sweet"; "however he did it, it was very clever".