transition words

  1. Accordingly: As a result, in a way that is appropriate to the particular circumstances.

  2. Albeit: Although, even though.

  3. Also: In addition, too.

  4. Around the same time: Simultaneously or at a similar time period.

  5. As a result: Consequently, leading to a particular outcome.

  6. As a rule: Usually, typically.

  7. As such: In itself, intrinsically.

  8. At this time: Currently, now.

  9. Besides: In addition to, apart from.

  10. By the same token: Similarly, for the same reason.

  11. Consequently: As a result, therefore.

  12. Conversely: In contrast, in the opposite way.

  13. DELETE the underlined portion: Instruction often seen in editing or proofreading, meaning to remove the specified text.

  14. Despite this: Even so, notwithstanding.

  15. Finally: At last, ultimately.

  16. For example: Used to introduce an instance illustrating a point.

  17. For instance: For example, as an example.

  18. For these reasons: Because of these factors or arguments.

  19. However: But, nevertheless, used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously.

  20. In addition: Besides, also.

  21. In any case: Regardless, anyhow.

  22. In broad terms: Generally speaking, in a wide context.

  23. In contrast: Conversely, showing difference.

  24. Indeed: Truly, certainly.

  25. In effect: In practice, effectively.

  26. In other words: That is to say, put differently.

  27. In short: Briefly, in summary.

  28. Instead: As an alternative, in place of.

  29. Likewise: Similarly, also.

  30. Meanwhile: At the same time, concurrently.

  31. Moreover: Furthermore, in addition to what has been said.

  32. Nevertheless: Nonetheless, even so.

  33. Next: Subsequently, following in time.

  34. On the other hand: Conversely, alternatively.

  35. Regardless: Despite the prevailing circumstances.

  36. Similarly: In a similar manner.

  37. Specifically: Particularly, precisely.

  38. Subsequently: Afterwards, following.

  39. Therefore: For that reason, consequently.

  40. Thus: Hence, as a result.

  41. To this end/To these ends: For this purpose, to achieve these goals.