Meaning & Definition of word "Anyhow"
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Anyhow
/ˈɛn.i.haʊ/
adverb:
- 1. In any way or manner; anyway.
- Example: He will finish the project anyhow, despite the difficulties.
- 2. Regardless of the outcome; in any case.
- Example: I'll be there at the event anyhow, even if it rains.
- 3. In a confused or disorderly manner.
- Example: The documents were scattered about the desk anyhow.
Etymology
Middle English, from 'any' + 'how', indicating any manner or way.
Common Phrases and Expressions
come what may:
Regardless of the situation.
anyhow you slice it:
In any interpretation or analysis.
more or less:
Approximately; to some extent.
Related Words
anyway:
In any case; also used to indicate a change of subject.
how:
In what way or manner; by what means.
Slang Meanings of anyhow
Meaning: In any case
Example Sentence: Well, I guess we're going, anyhow.
Meaning: No matter what
Example Sentence: She's going to finish that race anyhow.