/ Dictionary / Index H however: Meaning and Definition of Find definitions for: how•ev•er Pronunciation: (hou-ev'ur), [key] — adv. nevertheless; yet; on the other hand; in spite of that: We have not yet won; however, we shall keep trying. to whatever extent or degree; no matter how: However much you spend, I will reimburse you. in whatever manner: We will allow you to travel however you please. how; how under the circumstances: However did you manage? —conj. in whatever way, manner, or state: Arrange your hours however you like. Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease. See also: however (Thesaurus) Howells howff Related Content Daily Word Quiz: coincidence Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Spelling Bee: Today’s Spelling Bee Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language