however
Usage
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The adverb however implies slight opposition, and displays a second consideration to be compared with the first: We are going; however (“notice this also”), we shall return. But marks a more marked opposition or contrast, though in a casual way: We are going, but we shall return. Nevertheless implies a concession, something which should not be forgotten in making a summing up: We are going; nevertheless (“do not forget that”), we shall return. Still implies that in spite of a preceding concession, something must be considered as possible or even inevitable: We have to go on foot; still (“it is probable and possible that”), we'll get there. Yet implies that in spite of a preceding concession, there is still a chance for a different outcome: We are going; yet (“in spite of all, some day”), we shall return.
Example Sentences
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After a brief pause and a side-eye, Caroline joins in the laughter - a reminder that, however brash or independent she seems, family still sits at the centre of it all.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026
Even the path of least resistance, however, has economic repercussions.
From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026
For design patents, however, that gap disappeared, and individuals were no longer at a disadvantage.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
Lawrence, however, ultimately means it to be about Katie’s self-actualization.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
Brie would want me to tell him he can color his watermelon however he wants.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
