Dictionary Check: however

"however" is a valid word!

Scrabble 16 points
Words with Friends 16 points

Definition

adverb

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

Example: "although I'm a little afraid, however I'd like to try it"
adverb

by contrast; on the other hand

Example: "the first part was easy; the second, however, took hours"
adverb

to whatever degree or extent

Example: "The results, however general, are important"
adverb

in whatever way or manner

Example: "Victory, however it was brought about, was sweet"

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