However has 7 synonyms including nonetheless, nevertheless, notwithstanding. This page lists all similar and related words with Scrabble and Words With Friends point values.
Each word shows its Scrabble point value. Click any synonym to see its own synonyms and related words.
Words associated with however by meaning or context.
However contains 7 letters: 3 vowels (O, E) and 4 consonants (H, W, V, R). Here is the frequency breakdown:
However scores 16 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. High-value letters: H (4 pts), W (4 pts), V (4 pts). As a 7-letter word, however can help clear tiles from your rack for bonus points. With 3 vowels and 4 consonants, this word has a consonant-heavy letter distribution.
Highest-scoring synonyms you can use instead:
| Word | Scrabble | WWF | Letters |
|---|---|---|---|
| notwithstanding | 23 | 26 | 15 |
| nevertheless | 18 | 20 | 12 |
| nonetheless | 14 | 16 | 11 |
| withal | 12 | 12 | 6 |
| how | 9 | 8 | 3 |
The most common synonyms for however are nonetheless, nevertheless, notwithstanding, withal, yet. In total, there are 7 words with similar meaning listed on this page.
However does not have widely recognized antonyms in standard English dictionaries.
Yes, however is a valid Scrabble word worth 16 points. In Words With Friends, it scores 16 points.
However has 7 letters: 3 vowels (O, E) and 4 consonants (H, W, V, R).