anyway

Definitions

1. adverb

   In spite of something.

   Examples

   • He did not enjoy washing his car, but he did it anyway.
   • She was tired, but she went to the party anyway.
2. adverb

   Used to give a reason that supports what you said.

   Examples

   • I do not think that is true. I have not found any proof, anyway.
   • We never talked much anyway.
3. adverb

   Used to change the subject.

   Examples

   • Anyway, let us move on to the next item.
   • Anyway, how was your weekend?
4. adverb

   Used in a question to ask what really matters.

   Examples

   • Who is making this soup, anyway?
   • Where is he, anyway?
5. adverb

   In any way at all.

   Examples

   • Nothing could persuade him anyway.
   • She could not have known anyway.