anyway

[en-ee-wey] / ˈɛn iˌweɪ /

ADVERB

by any means

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anyhow ever once

WEAK

at all at any rate however in any case in any event in any manner nevertheless

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Despite being ordered not to attend, Turner went along anyway.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The scenario we can’t envision is Platner experiencing a collapse but staying in the race anyway.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

It went straight into a donation box anyway.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Never mind that his candidate, Steve Hilton, is in the lead — for now anyway.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Gabi looks puzzled but reaches into her pocket anyway.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler