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ACT English and World Knowledge - Transition Words

Here you will learn some English transition words, such as "furthermore", "conversely", "in other words", etc. that will help you ace your ACTs.

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ACT Vocabulary for English and World Knowledge
moreover
[Adverb]

used to introduce additional information or to emphasize a point

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furthermore
[Adverb]

used to introduce additional information

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additionally
[Adverb]

used to introduce extra information or points

Ex: The report highlights the financial performance of the company , additionally, it outlines future growth strategies .
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in addition
[Adverb]

used to introduce further information

Ex: The event was well-organized ; the decorationsin addition, were stunning .
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therefore
[Adverb]

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

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consequently
[Adverb]

used to indicate a logical result or effect

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

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as a result
[Adverb]

used to indicate the outcome of a preceding action or situation

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thus
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The new software significantly improved efficiencythus, the company experienced a notable increase in productivity .
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hence
[Adverb]

used to say that one thing is a result of another

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used to introduce a contrasting aspect of a situation, especially when comparing it to a previous point

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meanwhile
[Adverb]

at the same time but often somewhere else

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besides
[Adverb]

used to add a point to support the statement just mentioned

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in lieu of
[preposition]

in replacement of something that is typically expected or required

Ex: She offered her in lieu of a monetary donation to the charity .
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that said
[phrase]

used to introduce statement that is in contrast to what one previously stated

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however
[Adverb]

used to add a statement that contradicts what was just mentioned

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though
[conjunction]

used to say something surprising compared to the main idea

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nonetheless
[Adverb]

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

Ex: His apology seemed insincere ; she accepted nonetheless.
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still
[Adverb]

despite what has been said or done

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nevertheless
[Adverb]

used to introduce an opposing statement

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in contrast
[Adverb]

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

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instead
[Adverb]

in contrast to what was expected or suggested

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even though
[conjunction]

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

Ex: Even though they were warned , they went swimming in the dangerous currents .
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conversely
[Adverb]

in a way that is different from what has been mentioned

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used to indicate that the opposite or a different viewpoint is true in response to a previous statement

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for example
[phrase]

used to provide a specific situation or instance that helps to clarify or explain a point being made

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for instance
[Adverb]

used to introduce an example of something mentioned

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secondly
[Adverb]

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

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subsequently
[Adverb]

after a particular event or time

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finally
[Adverb]

used to introduce the last event or item in a series of related things

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afterward
[Adverb]

in the time following a specific action, moment, or event

Ex: She did n't plan to attend the workshop , afterward, she realized how valuable it was .
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previously
[Adverb]

before the present moment or a specific time

Ex: The project had been proposed and previously by the team , but no concrete plans were made .
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next
[Adverb]

at the time or point immediately following the present

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later
[Adverb]

at a time following the current or mentioned moment, without specifying exactly when

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similarly
[Adverb]

in a way that is almost the same

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increasingly
[Adverb]

in a manner that is gradually growing in degree, extent, or frequency over time

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used to provide an alternative or clearer way of expressing the same idea

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accordingly
[Adverb]

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

Ex: The team worked tirelessly to meet the deadline , accordingly, they successfully delivered the project on time .
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thereby
[Adverb]

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

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indeed
[Adverb]

used to emphasize or confirm a statement

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in fact
[Adverb]

used to introduce a statement that provides additional information or emphasizes the truth or reality of a situation

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specifically
[Adverb]

in a manner that is detailed, precise, and clear

Ex: The software specifically focuses on enhancing user interface and functionality .
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currently
[Adverb]

at the present time

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used to highlight differences or similarities when comparing two or more things or people

Ex: She has a much more relaxed approach to work when compared with her colleaguesin comparison .
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likewise
[Adverb]

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

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actually
[Adverb]

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

Ex: The old building , believed to be abandoned , actually a thriving art studio .
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as a second choice or another possibility

Ex: If the weather is unfavorable for outdoor activities , you alternatively explore indoor entertainment options .
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in summary
[Adverb]

used to provide a brief and straightforward explanation of the main points or ideas

Ex: In summary, the workshop provided participants with practical tools and strategies for effective communication .
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in turn
[Adverb]

in a sequential manner, referring to actions or events occurring in a specific order

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regardless
[Adverb]

with no attention to the thing mentioned

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