however
Usage
What are other ways to say however?
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
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Most of those shootings have involved ICE agents; there have also been instances, however, where CBP agents’ use of force has been questioned.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
He did, however, give Tucker a day off Saturday, saying he saw Tucker’s frustration as he continued to struggle offensively at Dodger Stadium.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
But Beer accepts, however, that hockey cannot match the resources available to wealthier professional sports.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
She has, however, sold two Samoyeds to Kyle and Kristin Juszczyk, the San Francisco 49ers fullback and sportswear designer, who attended Swift and Kelce’s wedding.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
“Scared of what it meant… that… that you couldn’t be ushered into the Afterlife right away,” Clare said, which was a true statement, however incomplete.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
