Formed from the initial letters of for what it's worth, a longer expression used to present a comment modestly.
A modest extra point
communication
informal
For what it's worth, used before or after an opinion or piece of information that might help, while gently limiting how important or convincing it is.
Examples
- FWIW, I think the blue version looks better.
- The cheaper route took longer, FWIW.
- FWIW, nobody on our team objected to the change.
- I wouldn't cancel the trip, FWIW, but the decision is yours.
- FWIW, that fix worked on my phone but not my laptop.
- She added, 'FWIW, I never blamed you,' which softened the disagreement.
Similar words
for what it's worth
if it helps
just so you know
in my opinion
for your information