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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Cooler weather, however, is on the horizon this week, which includes a 10% to 20% chance of thunderstorms, the weather service warned.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026
The current version of FISA, however, is set to sunset on April 20, unless Congress acts to renew it.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
To Eddings’ surprise, however, Ritchie was receptive, even enthusiastic, as were his supervisors.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
With the Federal Reserve on pause from interest-rate cuts, however, yields can still remain attractive in absolute terms.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026
Daddy, however, was prepared to spoil my plan.
From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
