All 12 Uses of
however
in
The Importance of Being Earnest
- ] However, it makes no matter, for, now that I look at the inscription inside, I find that the thing isn't yours after all.
Act 1 (definition 1)however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- However, I am quite ready to enter your name, should your answers be what a really affectionate mother requires.
Act 1 (definition 1)
- However, that could easily be altered.
Act 1 (definition 1) *
- However, I don't mind hard work where there is no definite object of any kind.
Act 1 (definition 1)
- However badly he may have behaved to you in the past he is still your brother.
Act 2 (definition 2) *however = regardless of how
- However, you have got to catch the four-five, and I hope you will have a pleasant journey back to town.
Act 2 (definition 1)however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.
- I am not sure, however, that the news inspires me with feelings of unmixed delight.
Act 2 (definition 1)
- However, I will tell you quite frankly that I have no brother Ernest.
Act 2 (definition 1)
- I am glad, however, that he made up his mind at the last to some definite course of action, and acted under proper medical advice.
Act 3 (definition 1)
- My own decision, however, is unalterable.
Act 3 (definition 1)
- However, as your present mood seems to be one peculiarly secular, I will return to the church at once.
Act 3 (definition 1)
- I did my best, however, though I was out of practice.
Act 3 (definition 1)
Definitions:
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(1) (however as in: However, complications may...) though (or another expression that connects contrasting ideas)
(Based on idea 1 we might not expect idea 2, but this is a way of saying that even though idea 1 exists, we still have idea 2. Synonyms include in spite of that, despite that, nevertheless, nonetheless, on the other hand, in contrastand but.)
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(2) (however as in: However much she tried...) to whatever degree (regardless of how much; or whatever unspecified amount)