Transition Words · ACT World Knowledge Vocabulary List

used to introduce extra information or points

"Additionally bring your passport."

"Additionally you will need to bring your passport and a copy of your visa application to the interview."

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

"As a consequence the school closed early."

"As a consequence the school closed early and the students were sent home because of the dangerous weather conditions."

in replacement of something that is typically expected or required

"He gave milk in lieu of cream."

"He received a cash payment in lieu of vacation days because he could not take time off."

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

"That said, I still think you are right."

"The hotel room was very small that said it was clean and the bed was comfortable."

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

"The task is hard nonetheless we will try."

"The task is hard nonetheless we will try our best to complete it before the deadline."

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

"Even though it rained we went out."

"Even though he was tired he stayed up late to finish his work."

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

"On the contrary I think you are wrong."

"On the contrary I think you are wrong and the evidence clearly supports my position on this matter."

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

"We need tools, for example hammers."

"You should eat more fruit for example apples or bananas every single day."

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

"Secondly we need to buy food."

"Secondly we need to buy food and drinks for the party before we can start decorating the room."

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

"The weather is increasingly getting warmer."

"The weather is increasingly getting warmer each year due to climate change caused by human activities."

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

"He passed the exam thereby proving his skills."

"He passed the exam thereby proving his skills and earning the respect of his teachers and classmates."

as a second choice or another possibility

"Alternatively you can take the train."

"Alternatively you can take the train instead of driving if you do not want to deal with traffic and parking."

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

"In summary the project was successful."

"In summary the project was successful because the team worked well together and met all of their deadlines."

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

"He helped me and I in turn helped him."

"He helped me and I in turn helped him so we both benefited from our cooperation and teamwork."

with no attention to the thing mentioned

"I will go regardless."

"She decided to pursue her dream career regardless of the financial risks involved in starting her own business."

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

"He was tired, therefore."

"The evidence clearly indicated his guilt; therefore, the jury found him guilty."

used to indicate a logical result or effect

"He did not study consequently he failed."

"He did not study consequently he failed the exam and had to repeat the entire course during the summer."

at the same time but often somewhere else

"Meanwhile I will prepare dinner."

"Meanwhile I will prepare dinner while you set the table and pour the drinks for everyone."

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

"Besides, I am tired."

"Besides I also need a new phone because my old one is broken and the screen is cracked."

used to add a statement that contradicts what was just mentioned

"I want to go, however."

"I would like to go to the party however I am too tired and I have a headache."

used to say something surprising compared to the main idea

"He is nice though sometimes grumpy."

"He is very kind though he sometimes says things that hurt other people feelings."

despite what has been said or done

"He is still here."

"Despite the overwhelming evidence against him, the suspect maintained his innocence and is still professing his alibi."

in contrast to what was expected or suggested

"He ate cake instead."

"She decided to pursue a career in medicine instead of following her father's footsteps into law."

after a particular event or time

"He quit his job and subsequently moved away."

"He quit his job and subsequently started his own business which became very successful within a few years."

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

"Finally, he arrived."

"After a long and arduous journey, the weary travelers finally reached their destination."

at the time or point immediately following the present

"Next we will dance."

"Next we will visit the museum and then go to the park for a picnic lunch together."

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

"I will call you later tonight."

"I will call you later tonight after I finish my homework and have something to eat for dinner."

in a way that is almost the same

"Similarly her sister has blue eyes."

"Similarly her sister also has blue eyes and curly hair just like her mother."

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

"He failed, accordingly."

"The company's profits declined significantly, and accordingly, they had to implement cost-cutting measures."

in a manner that is detailed, precise, and clear

"Tell me specifically."

"Please explain specifically how you plan to achieve these ambitious project goals."

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

"He is kind likewise his brother."

"He is very kind and generous likewise his brother is also very helpful and always willing to assist others."

used to emphasize a fact or the truth of a situation

"Did you actually see?"

"I thought it was a rumor, but he actually confirmed the surprising news himself."