Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint - Conjunctive Adverbs

These adverbs serve as connectors or transitions between clauses or sentences and establish relationships of time, cause and effect, contrast, comparison, etc.

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therefore [adverb]

used to suggest a logical conclusion based on the information or reasoning provided

Ex: The traffic was heavy , and therefore , he arrived at the meeting later than expected .

thus [adverb]

used to introduce a result based on the information or actions that came before

Ex: The proposal received unanimous approval from the board ; thus , the project was officially greenlit .

hence [adverb]

used to say that one thing is a result of another

Ex: The store was closed , hence they had to find another place to shop .

thereby [adverb]

used to indicate how something is achieved or the result of an action

Ex: He invested in professional development , thereby enhancing his career prospects .

accordingly [adverb]

used to indicate a logical consequence based on the circumstances or information provided

Ex: The product received positive reviews from customers , and accordingly , the company experienced a boost in sales .

consequently [adverb]

used to indicate a logical result or effect

Ex: The team neglected to conduct thorough testing , and consequently , several critical errors emerged in the final product .

henceforth [adverb]

used to indicate a starting point for a rule, action, event, etc.

Ex: The committee decided that , henceforth , meetings would be held on the first Monday of each month .

having said that [phrase]

used to introduce an opposing statement after making a point

Ex: The new software update promises improved functionality ; having said that , some users have reported encountering compatibility issues with certain devices .

in conclusion [adverb]

used to signal the end of a discussion or presentation by summarizing the main points

Ex: After analyzing the data and considering different perspectives , we can , in conclusion , assert that the economic benefits of the proposed policy outweigh its potential drawbacks .

correspondingly [adverb]

used to indicate a relation between two things

Ex: As the number of employees working remotely rose , companies correspondingly implemented new policies and technologies to support remote collaboration .

additionally [adverb]

used to introduce extra information or points

Ex: The company is launching a new product next month , and additionally , they plan to expand their market presence internationally .

furthermore [adverb]

used to introduce additional information

Ex: The software offers a user-friendly interface , and furthermore , it incorporates advanced security features for data protection .

moreover [adverb]

used to introduce additional information or to emphasize a point

Ex: The product offers advanced features at an affordable price , and moreover , it comes with a warranty that ensures customer satisfaction .

similarly [adverb]

used to draw a parallel between two related ideas or actions

Ex: Maria enjoys hiking , similarly , her friend David is passionate about mountain climbing .

likewise [adverb]

used when introducing additional information to a statement that has just been made

Ex: You are responsible for submitting your part on time ; likewise , everyone else must meet the deadline .

incidentally [adverb]

used to introduce a different or unrelated topic

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most importantly [adverb]

used to highlight the most important point after discussing various aspects

Ex: The recipe requires fresh ingredients , proper technique , and most importantly , patience .

meanwhile [adverb]

in a way that connects or contrasts two simultaneous actions, events, or conditions

Ex: One sibling was focused on academic achievements ; meanwhile , the other was exploring creative pursuits .

first off [adverb]

used to signal the beginning of a list, explanation, etc.

Ex: First off , I want to emphasize the importance of clear communication within the team .

as a matter of fact [phrase]

used to introduce a statement that presents a truth or reality, often to clarify or emphasize something

Ex: He claimed it was the largest in the city , but as a matter of fact , there are several larger buildings in the downtown area .

on the face of it [phrase]

used to state that something appears to be true or appealing at first glance

Ex: On the face of it , the project seemed straightforward , but as we dug deeper , we encountered numerous logistical challenges .

nonetheless [adverb]

used to indicate that despite a previous statement or situation, something else remains true

Ex: The weather was dangerous ; the hikers continued nonetheless .

even [adverb]

used to emphasize a contrast

Ex: The small startup managed to thrive even against established competitors in the industry .

however [adverb]

used to add a statement that contradicts what was just mentioned

Ex: The team worked hard ; however , they did n't achieve the expected results .

though [adverb]

used to introduce a statement that makes the previous one less strong and somewhat surprising

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nevertheless [adverb]

used to introduce an opposing statement

Ex: She doubted his motives ; she trusted him nevertheless .

admittedly [adverb]

in a way that shows acknowledgment of an unfavorable fact or situation

Ex: Admittedly , I am not the most experienced in this field , but I am eager to learn .

much as [conjunction]

used to show a contrast between two things or situations

Ex: Much as he tried to hide his disappointment , it was evident in his expression .

besides [adverb]

used to add extra information or to introduce a reason that supports what was just said

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conversely [adverb]

in a way that is different from what has been mentioned

Ex: Although she expected increased vitality through exercise , conversely , she felt more fatigued after each workout .

relatedly [adverb]

used to introduce information that is connected to what has just been discussed

Ex: We talked about climate change , and relatedly , we discussed ways to protect the environment

firstly [adverb]

used to introduce the first fact, reason, step, etc.

Ex: In planning your day , firstly , prioritize the most important tasks to ensure they get done .

secondly [adverb]

used to introduce the second point, reason, step, etc.

Ex:

thirdly [adverb]

used to introduce the third point, reason, step, etc.

Ex:

(in|by) contrast [adverb]

used to highlight the differences between two or more things or people

Ex:

as a consequence [adverb]

used to indicate that something follows as a result or outcome of a preceding event or action

Ex: The company cut costs , and as a consequence , employee morale suffered .

lastly [adverb]

used to emphasize that what follows is the concluding point

Ex: Lastly , I want to thank everyone who helped make this project a success .

neither [adverb]

used to indicate that something is not one thing nor the other in a given context or situation

Adverbs of Result and Viewpoint
Adverbs of Result	Adverbs of Positive Results	Adverbs of Negative Results	Adverbs of Range
Adverbs of Domain	Adverbs of Certainty	Adverbs of Uncertainty	Adverbs of Basis and Generality
Adverbs of Fact-Based Viewpoints	Adverbs of Personal Viewpoints	Conjunctive Adverbs