What is a synonym for however?

Here are some synonyms for "however", depending on the specific context:

For contrasting ideas:

* Nevertheless

* Nonetheless

* But

* Yet

* Still

* On the other hand

* Despite this

* In spite of this

* Conversely

* Although

* Though

* Even so

For introducing a qualification or exception:

* Except

* Besides

* On the contrary

* Rather

* Instead

* Alternatively

The best synonym will depend on the specific sentence you're using.