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/həˈvɛr/ adverb · British & US
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What does however mean?

adverb

However is used to indicate a contrast or to show that what is said is different from what was said before. It is often used to introduce a contrasting idea or to show that something is unexpected.

Example

"I wanted to go to the beach, however, it was raining outside."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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