- 1 used when adding something to support an idea or argument synonym besides It's too expensive and anyway the colour doesn't suit you. It's too late now, anyway.
- 2 despite something; even so The water was cold but I took a shower anyway. I'm afraid we can't come, but thanks for the invitation anyway.
- 3 used when changing the subject of a conversation, ending the conversation or returning to a subject Anyway, let's forget about that for the moment. Anyway, I'd better go now—I'll see you tomorrow.
- 4 used to correct or slightly change what you have said She works in a bank. She did when I last saw her, anyway.
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BrE BrE//ˈeniweɪ//; NAmE NAmE//ˈeniweɪ//
(also anyhow) (also North American English, informal anyways)Check pronunciation: anyway
