leastwise

• Adverbe signifiant « du moins » ou « en tout cas », utilisé pour introduire une affirmation qui précise ou s'oppose à ce qui précède. Est quelque peu familier et moins courant dans l'usage moderne.

An adverb meaning 'at least' or 'anyway,' used to introduce a statement that qualifies or contrasts with a previous one. It is somewhat informal and less common in modern usage.

1. At leastB2informal

   Used to indicate a minimum or a consolation; if nothing else.

   du moins

   • He didn't win the race, but leastwise he finished.
   • She wasn't happy with the gift, but leastwise she said thank you.
   • We missed the bus, but leastwise we have a ride home.

   Synonymesanyhowanywayat any rateat leastin any caseleastways