however

/haʊˈɛvə/

used to introduce a statement that contrasts with what came before

however in a sentence

“We expected rain; however, the day stayed bright.”

Middle English how + ever

Related Words

nevertheless

in spite of that; notwithstanding

consequently

as a result; therefore

therefore

for that reason; consequently

nonetheless

in spite of that; nevertheless

notwithstanding

in spite of; without being prevented by

albeit

although; even though