Anyhow

/ˈɛn.i.haʊ/

Meaning & Definition

adverb
In any way or manner; anyway.
He will finish the project anyhow, despite the difficulties.
Regardless of the outcome; in any case.
I'll be there at the event anyhow, even if it rains.
In a confused or disorderly manner.
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

In any case
Well, I guess we're going, anyhow.
No matter what
She's going to finish that race anyhow.