anyway

adverb5

1. •
   even though there is a reason against it

   • He didn't enjoy washing his car, but it was so dirty that he did it anyway.
2. •
   Used to indicate a change of subject.

   • "I'll be ninety my next birthday, but Louella doesn't tell her age. Anyway, we're going to have you and Cynthia up for supper." — 2005
3. •
   Used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement. See anyhow and at least.

   • I don't think that's true. I haven't found any evidence, anyway.
4. •
   Used at the end of a question for emphasis, or to direct the conversation to something of more broad importance (compare with more to the point).

   • “But I say, Kid, isn't that going it a little too strong? Whisky and alcohol's bad enough; but when it comes to brandy and pepper-sauce and—” ¶ “Dump it in. Who's making this punch, anyway?” — 1899
5. •
   (no longer used) In any way.

   • He that sleeps in the day-time, or is in suspense, fear, anyway troubled in mind, or goes to bed upon a full stomach, may never hope for quiet rest in the night […]. — 1624