Conjunctions - Conjunctions of Contrast

used for introducing a word, phrase, or idea that is different to what has already been said

used to add a statement that is surprising compared to what has just been said

used to indicate that despite a certain fact or situation mentioned in the first clause, the second clause follows

used to say something surprising compared to the main idea

used to introduce a contrast to what has just been said

used to introduce a hypothetical or conditional situation that contrasts with reality, implying that regardless of whether a certain condition is fulfilled or not, the outcome or action mentioned will still occur

despite the fact that; even though

used to introduce a statement that is true for one thing and false for another

used to introduce a contrasting or qualifying statement

used to express a preference or choice between two alternatives

used to show a contrast between two things or situations

used to imply unexpected or ironic outcomes

much less

used to introduce a clarification, exception, or contrast to a previous statement or idea

used to introduce an exception or concession to what has been stated previously

used to introduce a restriction, exception, or limitation to what has been stated