ANYHOW: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for ANYHOW?

Need another word that means the same as “anyhow”? Find 11 synonyms and 30 related words for “anyhow” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Anyhow” are: anyway, anyways, in any case, in any event, no matter what, regardless, haphazardly, carelessly, heedlessly, in a muddle, in a disorganized manner

Anyhow as an Adverb

Definitions of "Anyhow" as an adverb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “anyhow” as an adverb can have the following definitions:

• In any way whatsoever.
• In a careless or haphazard way.
• Used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement.

Synonyms of "Anyhow" as an adverb (11 Words)

anyway	Used to end a conversation, to change the subject, or to resume a subject after interruption. Nobody invited Miss Honey to sit down but she sat down anyway.
anyways	In any way whatsoever. You wouldn t understand all them long words anyways.
carelessly	Without care or concern. Roadsides are full of litter thrown carelessly by passers by.
haphazardly	In a manner lacking any obvious principle of organization. The film feels haphazardly thrown together.
heedlessly	Without care or concern.
in a disorganized manner	To or toward the inside of.
in a muddle	To or toward the inside of.
in any case	To or toward the inside of.
in any event	To or toward the inside of.
no matter what	Referring to the degree to which a certain quality is present.
regardless	Despite the prevailing circumstances. The allowance is paid regardless of age or income.

Usage Examples of "Anyhow" as an adverb

• I think they're asleep; anyhow, they're quiet.
• They came anyhow they could.
• Two suitcases flung anyhow.

Associations of "Anyhow" (30 Words)

absolutely	None whatsoever. White collar crime increased both absolutely and in comparison with other categories.
anyway	Used to confirm or support a point or idea just mentioned. Nobody invited Miss Honey to sit down but she sat down anyway.
conceivable	Capable of being imagined or grasped mentally. In every conceivable way that action was entirely wrong.
every	(used of count nouns) each and all of the members of a group considered singly and without exception. Every third seat.
expedient	Serving to promote your interest. Holding a public enquiry into the scheme was not expedient.
frequently	Regularly or habitually; often. They go abroad frequently.
furthermore	In addition; besides (used to introduce a fresh consideration in an argument. Computer chess games are getting cheaper all the time furthermore their quality is improving.
however	To whatever degree or extent. He was hesitant to take the risk however small.
inimitable	Defying imitation; matchless. They took the charts by storm with their inimitable style.
instead	On the contrary. He didn t call rather or instead he wrote her a letter.
irrespective	In spite of everything; without regard to drawbacks. Child benefit is paid irrespective of income levels.
maybe	By chance. Maybe I won t go back.
means	Resources; capability. Resolving disputes by peaceful means.
methodology	A system of methods used in a particular area of study or activity. A methodology for investigating the concept of focal points.
more	Moreover. More quickly.
moreover	As a further matter; besides. Moreover statistics show that competition for places is growing.
often	In many cases or instances. Vocabulary often reflects social standing.
oftentimes	Many times at short intervals. Sensory processing is oftentimes a challenge for someone with ASD.
opportunity	A possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances. The night drive gave us the opportunity of spotting rhinos.
possibly	Perhaps (used to indicate doubt or hesitancy. What can you possibly mean.
practically	Almost; nearly. Practically everything in Hinduism is the manifestation of a god.
probably	With considerable certainty; without much doubt. He will probably win the election.
quite	Of an unusually noticeable or exceptional or remarkable kind (not used with a negative. We ve had quite an afternoon.
really	Used as intensifiers real is sometimes used informally for really rattling is informal. I think she s really great.
supposedly	Believed or reputed to be the case. There were rumours of a rift between him and his colleagues supposedly because they were jealous of his relationship with the Duchess.
ultimately	At the most basic level. Ultimately he had to give in.
virtually	By means of virtual reality techniques. Virtually all the parties signed the contract.
way	A general category of things used in the expression in the way of. He was showing off as is the way with adolescent boys.
whatever	No matter what happens. They received no help whatever.
wherever	Where in the world. It should be available wherever you go to shop.