sat transition words/vocab

however (important)

contrast one idea with another in the same sentence. Generally, it is used in the first clause of the sentence to indicate “in spite of this,” and then the second clause of the sentence negates the first.

therefore (important)

also used to contrast ideas, but is not restricted to contrasting ideas in a single sentence. It often substitutes for “but.”

nevertheless (important)

used to show that a situation is true despite something else that might suggest otherwise. It often indicates a concession or a shift in perspective between clauses

for example (important)

used to introduce a piece of information that supports an idea.

likewise (important)

similarly or in the same way. It is used to indicate that two things are alike or comparable

in addition (important)

This phrase is used to introduce extra information related to the current topic. It signals that what follows will supplement or support the existing points.

similarly (important)

Used to draw a comparison between two different things, ideas, or situations, highlighting their similarities

thus (important)

Indicates that what follows is a logical result or consequence of something previously stated.

consequently (important)

Signifies that the subsequent statement is a direct result or outcome of the preceding one. It is used to establish a clear cause-and-effect relationship

furthermore (important)

Used to introduce an additional point that supports or enhances a previous statement. It indicates an expansion of thought or information

moreover (important)

Adds another point that reinforces the previous one, often used to present information of equal importance or to provide additional justification.

nonetheless (important)

Indicates a situation is true despite something suggesting otherwise, showing concession or perspective shift.

for instance (important)

Used to introduce a specific example that illustrates or supports a general statement or idea.

on the other hand

Introduces a contrasting idea or perspective

regardless (important)

Indicates that something is true or relevant despite any other considerations or obstacles. It's often used to show that a particular factor does not affect the outcome or decision.

subsequently (important)

Indicates that an event or action follows another in time or sequence.

accordingly (important)

In a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances;

also (important)

In addition; similarly

by the same token (important)

In addition; similarly

despite this (important)

used to acknowledge a preceding fact or situation but indicates that what follows is not affected or prevented by it.

finally (important)

signals the conclusion of a series of events, ideas, or steps

in fact

emphasizes or clarifies a statement

in other words

rephrases or explains a previous point

instead (important)

indicates a substitution or alternative to something previously mentioned or implied

on one hand (important)

introduce the first of two contrasting or opposing points

then (important)

indicates sequence of time

though (important)

introduces a clause expressing contrast or concession to another clause n the sentence

additionally

used to introduce further information or a point that supports or adds to a previous statement

afterward

signals a sequence of evens, indicating something happens later in time

alternatively

introduce a different option or possibility

although

introduces a contrasting idea.

and

connects ideas

as a result

indicates a cause and effect relationship showing that one event or action leads to another

besides

introduce additional information

but

introduces a contrast or opposition between two ideas

therefore

used to summarize

after all

used to settle a contradiction of earlier trouble