anyway

adverb

any·​way ˈe-nē-ˌwā 

1

: in any way whatever : anywise

2

: in any case : without regard to other considerations : anyhow

She knew it was dangerous, but she did it anyway.

3

: as an additional consideration or thought

We don't need a new car, and anyway, we can't afford one.

Synonyms of anyway

• whatever
• regardless
• anyways

Examples of anyway in a Sentence

The road got worse, but they kept going anyway.

I didn't expect her to say “yes,” but I asked her anyway.

It makes no difference what we say. She's going to do what she wants anyway.

He's far from perfect, but she loves him anyway.

Recent Examples on the Web

Many are buying vintage and antique sofas—which tend to be smaller anyway—and giving them a new lease of life with fresh upholstery. —Hannah Coates, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2025

That’s the fantasy anyway—the fantasy of a more ambitious, joyful, even successful past, one which has led you to a more fulfilling present moment. —Literary Hub, 8 Dec. 2025

Christmastime gets me in a warm and fuzzy mood anyway, so add a nostalgic movie, cozy pajamas, and my mom, and my heart grows three sizes. —Staff Author, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2025

The irony is that those higher bond yields would likely push up long-term interest rates anyway. —Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 8 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing anyway

• and anyway

Rhymes for anyway

• aaa
• adonais
• alleyway
• alumnae
• anime
• arete
• attache
• baa
• beaujolais
• bouvier
• breakaway
• cabaret

Kids Definition

anyway

adverb

any·​way ˈen-ē-ˌwā 

: anyhow