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

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Anyway as an Adverb
Definitions of "Anyway" as an adverb
Synonyms of "Anyway" as an adverb (20 Words)
Usage Examples of "Anyway" as an adverb
Associations of "Anyway" (30 Words)

The synonyms of “Anyway” are: anyhow, anyways, in any case, in any event, no matter what, regardless, in spite of everything, in spite of that, nonetheless, even so, however, but, still, yet, though, for all that, after everything, just the same, all the same, notwithstanding

Anyway as an Adverb

Definitions of "Anyway" as an adverb

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

Used to end a conversation, to change the subject, or to resume a subject after interruption.
Used in questions to emphasize the speaker's wish to obtain the truth.
Used to confirm or support a point or idea just mentioned.
Used to pass over less significant aspects of an account in order to focus on what is important.
Used to indicate that something happened or will happen in spite of something else.
In any way whatsoever.
Used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement.

Synonyms of "Anyway" as an adverb (20 Words)

after everything	Happening at a time subsequent to a reference time.
all the same	To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole’ is often used informally for `wholly.
anyhow	In any way whatsoever. Two suitcases flung anyhow.
anyways	Used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement. You wouldn t understand all them long words anyways.
but	No more than; only. He is but* a shadow of his former self.*
even so	Used as an intensive especially to indicate something unexpected.
for all that	To a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (`whole’ is often used informally for `wholly.
however	Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously. He was hesitant to take the risk however* small.*
in any case	To or toward the inside of.
in any event	To or toward the inside of.
in spite of everything	To or toward the inside of.
in spite of that	To or toward the inside of.
just the same	Only a very short time before.
no matter what	Referring to the degree to which a certain quality is present.
nonetheless	Despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession. The rally which the government had declared illegal was nonetheless* attended by some 6 000.*
notwithstanding	Despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession. I didn't like it. Notwithstanding, I remained calm.
regardless	Despite the prevailing circumstances. The allowance is paid regardless* of age or income.*
still	Even (used with comparatives for emphasis. An even or still* more interesting problem.*
though	However. I was hunting for work Jobs were scarce though.
yet	Used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time. Wait don t go yet.

Usage Examples of "Anyway" as an adverb

‘Anyway, Dot, I must dash.
I don't know what happened to it; anyway, it's gone.
It's too late now anyway.
Nobody invited Miss Honey to sit down but she sat down anyway.
‘Poor John always enjoyed a drink. Anyway, he died last year.
I told you, it's all right, and anyway, it was my fault.
Get it done anyway you can.
Anyway, there is another factor to consider.
‘What are you doing here, anyway.

Associations of "Anyway" (30 Words)

additionally	Used to introduce a new fact or argument. Additionally 50 hours of practical experience will be necessary.
also	In addition. A brilliant linguist he was also* interested in botany.*
anyhow	In a careless or haphazard way. Two suitcases flung anyhow.
appreciably	To a noticeable degree. An appreciably* higher risk.*
besides	Used to introduce an additional idea or explanation. I don t want to go to a restaurant besides* we can t afford it.*
chance	Occurring or appearing or singled out by chance. There is little chance* of his finding a job.*
every	Each and all of the members of a group considered singly and without exception. Every two hours.
except	Take exception to. Five classes of advertisement are excepted from control.
expected	Considered likely or probable to happen or arrive. Prepared for the expected* attack.*
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	By contrast; on the other hand. However you look at it you can t criticize that.
instead	As an alternative or substitute. Felix became a herpetologist instead.
likely	Likely but not certain to be or become true or real. The broken limb is likely* to fall.*
maybe	Perhaps; possibly. No ifs buts or maybes.
more	Forming the comparative of adjectives and adverbs especially those of more than one syllable. A hall with more* seats.*
moreover	In addition. The cellar was dark moreover* mice nested there.*
opportunity	A time or set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something. The night drive gave us the opportunity* of spotting rhinos.*
percent	A proportion in relation to a whole (which is usually the amount per hundred.
perceptibly	In a noticeable manner.
perhaps	Used when one does not wish to be too definite or assertive in the expression of an opinion. Perhaps I should have been frank with him.
possibly	Used in polite requests. We may possibly* run into them at the concert.*
potential	Having or showing the capacity to develop into something in the future. A young broadcaster with great potential.
preferably	Ideally; if possible. He would like a place of his own preferably* outside the town.*
probably	Easy to believe on the basis of available evidence. He will probably* win the election.*
quite	To a certain or fairly significant extent or degree; fairly. Quite rich.
rather	Instead of; as opposed to. She s been behaving rather* strangely.*
really	Used as intensifiers real is sometimes used informally for really rattling is informal. A really* enjoyable evening.*
too	In addition; also. Is he coming too.
whatever	One or some or every or all without specification. Give me whatever* peaches you don t want.*
wherever	In or to whatever place (emphasizing a lack of restriction. Meet me wherever* you like.*