Anyway

/ˈɛn.iˌweɪ/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

Despite anything to the contrary; regardless of previous considerations.

I didn’t think he would show up, but he came anyway.

In any case; anyhow.

It’s raining, but we’ll go for a walk anyway.

Used to return to a previous topic after interjecting.

Anyway, I wanted to talk about our plans for the weekend.

To emphasize an outcome despite other circumstances.

She didn’t study much, but she passed the test anyway.

Used to dismiss something as unimportant or irrelevant.

I don't care what they say; I'm going to do it my way anyway.

From 'any' + 'way', originally meaning 'in any manner'.

anyway you slice it

No matter how you consider the situation.

any way you look at it

Regardless of the perspective one takes.

just anyway

Used to imply that something will happen regardless of circumstances.

anyhow

In any way; regardless of how.

anyone

Any person; not a specific one.

anywhere

In any place; regardless of location.

Anyways

Anyways, I thought we should change the plan.