All 50 Uses of

however
in
Northanger Abbey

It is remarkable, however, that she neither insisted on Catherine's writing by every post, nor exacted her promise of transmitting the character of every new acquaintance, nor a detail of every interesting conversation that Bath might produce.†
Chpt 2

however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.

With more care for the safety of her new gown than for the comfort of her protegee, Mrs. Allen made her way through the throng of men by the door, as swiftly as the necessary caution would allow; Catherine, however, kept close at her side, and linked her arm too firmly within her friend's to be torn asunder by any common effort of a struggling assembly.†
Chpt 2

They were not long able, however, to enjoy the repose of the eminence they had so laboriously gained.†
Chpt 2

Not one, however, started with rapturous wonder on beholding her, no whisper of eager inquiry ran round the room, nor was she once called a divinity by anybody.†
Chpt 2

She was looked at, however, and with some admiration; for, in her own hearing, two gentlemen pronounced her to be a pretty girl.†
Chpt 2

Mrs. Thorpe, however, had one great advantage as a talker, over Mrs. Allen, in a family of children;†
Chpt 4

and when she expatiated on the talents of her sons, and the beauty of her daughters, when she related their different situations and views—that John was at Oxford, Edward at Merchant Taylors', and William at sea—and all of them more beloved and respected in their different station than any other three beings ever were, Mrs. Allen had no similar information to give, no similar triumphs to press on the unwilling and unbelieving ear of her friend, and was forced to sit and appear to listen to all these maternal effusions, consoling herself, however, with the discovery, which her keen eye soon made, that the lace on Mrs. Thorpe's pelisse was not half so handsome as that on her own.†
Chpt 4

Miss Thorpe, however, being four years older than Miss Morland, and at least four years better informed, had a very decided advantage in discussing such points; she could compare the balls of Bath with those of Tunbridge, its fashions with the fashions of London; could rectify the opinions of her new friend in many articles of tasteful attire; could discover a flirtation between any gentleman and lady who only smiled on each other; and point out a quiz through the thickness of a crowd.†
Chpt 4

It was a subject, however, in which she often indulged with her fair friend, from whom she received every possible encouragement to continue to think of him; and his impression on her fancy was not suffered therefore to weaken.†
Chpt 5

…it is indeed a street of so impertinent a nature, so unfortunately connected with the great London and Oxford roads, and the principal inn of the city, that a day never passes in which parties of ladies, however important their business, whether in quest of pastry, millinery, or even (as in the present case) of young men, are not detained on one side or other by carriages, horsemen, or carts.
Chpt 7

however = regardless of how

You will find, however, Miss Morland, it would be reckoned a cheap thing by some people, for I might have sold it for ten guineas more the next day; Jackson, of Oriel, bid me sixty at once; Morland was with me at the time.†
Chpt 7

however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.

In spite of Udolpho and the dressmaker, however, the party from Pulteney Street reached the Upper Rooms in very good time.†
Chpt 8

Upon recollection, however, I have a notion they are both dead; at least the mother is; yes, I am sure Mrs. Tilney is dead, because Mrs. Hughes told me there was a very beautiful set of pearls that Mr. Drummond gave his daughter on her wedding-day and that Miss Tilney has got now, for they were put by for her when her mother died.†
Chpt 9

I cannot be quite positive about that, my dear; I have some idea he is; but, however, he is a very fine young man, Mrs. Hughes says, and likely to do very well.†
Chpt 9

That she might not appear, however, to observe or expect him, she kept her eyes intently fixed on her fan; and a self-condemnation for her folly, in supposing that among such a crowd they should even meet with the Tilneys in any reasonable time, had just passed through her mind, when she suddenly found herself addressed and again solicited to dance, by Mr. Tilney himself.†
Chpt 10

Scarcely had they worked themselves into the quiet possession of a place, however, when her attention was claimed by John Thorpe, who stood behind her.†
Chpt 10

One thing, however, I must observe.†
Chpt 10

At about eleven o'clock, however, a few specks of small rain upon the windows caught Catherine's watchful eye, and "Oh!†
Chpt 11

But, however, I cannot go with you today, because I am engaged; I expect some friends every moment.†
Chpt 11

As they entered Argyle Buildings, however, she was roused by this address from her companion, "Who is that girl who looked at you so hard as she went by?"†
Chpt 11

Still, however, and during the length of another street, she entreated him to stop.†
Chpt 11

Her reproaches, however, were not spared.†
Chpt 11

At the bottom of the street, however, she looked back again, and then, not at a window, but issuing from the door, she saw Miss Tilney herself.†
Chpt 12

On the beginning of the fifth, however, the sudden view of Mr. Henry Tilney and his father, joining a party in the opposite box, recalled her to anxiety and distress.†
Chpt 12

At length, however, he did look towards her, and he bowed—but such a bow!†
Chpt 12

Her assurance, however, standing sole as it did, was not thrown away; it brought a more cordial, more natural smile into his countenance, and he replied in a tone which retained only a little affected reserve: "We were much obliged to you at any rate for wishing us a pleasant walk after our passing you in Argyle Street: you were so kind as to look back on purpose."†
Chpt 12

Before they parted, however, it was agreed that the projected walk should be taken as soon as possible; and, setting aside the misery of his quitting their box, she was, upon the whole, left one of the happiest creatures in the world.†
Chpt 12

Thorpe, however, would see her to her chair, and, till she entered it, continued the same kind of delicate flattery, in spite of her entreating him to have done.†
Chpt 12

Isabella, however, caught hold of one hand, Thorpe of the other, and remonstrances poured in from all three.†
Chpt 13

Her conviction of being right, however, was not enough to restore her composure; till she had spoken to Miss Tilney she could not be at ease; and quickening her pace when she got clear of the Crescent, she almost ran over the remaining ground till she gained the top of Milsom Street.†
Chpt 13

The business, however, though not perfectly elucidated by this speech, soon ceased to be a puzzle.†
Chpt 13

Mr. Allen, however, discouraged her from doing any such thing.†
Chpt 13

Mrs. Thorpe is too indulgent beyond a doubt; but, however, you had better not interfere.†
Chpt 13

The little which she could understand, however, appeared to contradict the very few notions she had entertained on the matter before.†
Chpt 14

Towards the end of the morning, however, Catherine, having occasion for some indispensable yard of ribbon which must be bought without a moment's delay, walked out into the town, and in Bond Street overtook the second Miss Thorpe as she was loitering towards Edgar's Buildings between two of the sweetest girls in the world, who had been her dear friends all the morning.†
Chpt 14

This bold surmise, however, she soon learnt comprehended but half the fact.†
Chpt 15

The strength of her feelings she could not express; the nature of them, however, contented her friend.†
Chpt 15

Delighting, however, as Catherine sincerely did in the prospect of the connection, it must be acknowledged that Isabella far surpassed her in tender anticipations.†
Chpt 15

From them, however, the eight parts of speech shone out most expressively, and James could combine them with ease.†
Chpt 15

I am glad you are no enemy to matrimony, however.†
Chpt 15

however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using "though", "in spite of that", "in contrast", "nevertheless", etc.

The disclosure, however, of the great secret of James's going to Fullerton the day before, did raise some emotion in Mrs. Allen.†
Chpt 15

however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.

There was a something, however, in his words which repaid her for the pain of confusion; and that something occupied her mind so much that she drew back for some time, forgetting to speak or to listen, and almost forgetting where she was; till, roused by the voice of Isabella, she looked up and saw her with Captain Tilney preparing to give them hands across.†
Chpt 16

James expressed himself on the occasion with becoming gratitude; and the necessity of waiting between two and three years before they could marry, being, however unwelcome, no more than he had expected, was borne by him without discontent.
Chpt 16

however = regardless of how

She saw him grave and uneasy; and however careless of his present comfort the woman might be who had given him her heart, to her it was always an object.
Chpt 19 *

Her happiness in going with Miss Tilney, however, prevented their wishing it otherwise; and, as they were to remain only one more week in Bath themselves, her quitting them now would not long be felt.†
Chpt 20

however = a word used to connect contrasting ideas as when using though, in spite of that, in contrast, nevertheless, etc.

At last, however, the door was closed upon the three females, and they set off at the sober pace in which the handsome, highly fed four horses of a gentleman usually perform a journey of thirty miles: such was the distance of Northanger from Bath, to be now divided into two equal stages.†
Chpt 20

At last, however, the order of release was given; and much was Catherine then surprised by the general's proposal of her taking his place in his son's curricle for the rest of the journey: "the day was fine, and he was anxious for her seeing as much of the country as possible."†
Chpt 20

In repassing through the small vaulted room, however, your eyes will be attracted towards a large, old-fashioned cabinet of ebony and gold, which, though narrowly examining the furniture before, you had passed unnoticed.†
Chpt 20

At last, however, by touching a secret spring, an inner compartment will open—a roll of paper appears—you seize it—it contains many sheets of manuscript—you hasten with the precious treasure into your own chamber, but scarcely have you been able to decipher 'Oh!†
Chpt 20

She was not long at leisure, however, for such considerations.†
Chpt 20

Click For
Best Example Sentences
From Other Sources
Grouped by 3 Meanings

Definitions:

(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.)
(2) (however as in: However much she tried...)
to whatever degree (regardless of how much; or whatever unspecified amount)
(3) (however as in: However you do it, get it done!)
in whatever way
(4) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)
meaning too rare to warrant focus:

Much more rarely (and arguably incorrectly), however can be used to intensify the word how, as when one says "However did you find her?" Grammarians would suggest using two words for that usage: "How ever did you find her?"

Page Numbers by Book Edition

however in Northanger Abbey

however
in
Northanger Abbey