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What Is A Conjunctive Adverb

A conjunctive adverb is a modifier used between two independent clauses to show their connection. It is preceded by a semicolon and followed by a comma. There are two types of conjunctive adverbs: those that display relationships like comparison, contrast, or conclusion between clauses; and those that are transitional and show sequencing, time, or present ideas. Examples of each type and their functions are provided.

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What Is A Conjunctive Adverb

A conjunctive adverb is a modifier used between two independent clauses to show their connection. It is preceded by a semicolon and followed by a comma. There are two types of conjunctive adverbs: those that display relationships like comparison, contrast, or conclusion between clauses; and those that are transitional and show sequencing, time, or present ideas. Examples of each type and their functions are provided.

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What Is a Conjunctive Adverb?

A conjunctive adverb is a modifier that shows the connection


between two independent clauses in a sentence. When using a
conjunctive adverb to connect two clauses in one sentence, it is
preceded by a semicolon and followed by a comma.

If you’re a test taker attending review classes in an OET center, it


is vital to know everything about the conjunctive adverb, which
includes these two functions of conjunctive adverbs:

• There are conjunctive adverbs that display the relationship


between ideas in two separate clauses. They can be used to
compare, contrast or to conclude ideas in a sentence. Some
examples of these conjunctive adverbs are also, likewise, otherwise,
instead, and therefore. See the examples below:
Meg is a talented pianist; also, her sister is a good guitarist. (Compare)
The main course was excellent; likewise, the dessert was
delicious. (Compare)
Our law does not allow drunk and drive at all costs; otherwise, there
would be many more road accidents. (Contrast)
I didn’t call Bryan; instead, I sent him an e-mail. (Contrast)
Stewie kept talking in our class; therefore, he got in trouble. (Conclude)
Jason did not study; hence, he failed the test. (Conclude)
• There are conjunctive adverbs that are transitional. They are used
to show sequence, indicate time, or to present an idea in a
sentence. Some examples of these conjunctive adverbs are then,
afterward, meanwhile, in the meantime, in fact, and moreover. Check
these examples:
Snowbell, the cat, ate a bowlful of tuna; then, the girl saw the fat feline
fell asleep in the rocking chair. (Show sequence)
You should travel and see the world; afterward, you will be able to put
your problems in perspective. (Show sequence)
You start cooking the pork steak; meanwhile, I will make the
dessert. (Indicate time)
The next program starts in ten minutes; in the meantime, here’s some
booklet to read while waiting. (Indicate time)
Joy likes you a lot; in fact, I think the two of you could be best
friends. (Present an idea)
Your research is accurate; moreover, you made some compelling
arguments. (Present an idea)

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