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Conjunctive Adverb

A conjunctive adverb is a type of adverb that connects different clauses or sentences together and shows the relationship between them. These adverbs are used to convey a sense of contrast, comparison, cause and effect, or continuation in a sentence.

Senses:

Sense 1: Contrast or Comparison

Example: She worked hard; however, she did not achieve her desired results.

Sense 2: Cause and Effect

Example: He missed the bus; consequently, he was late for work.

Sense 3: Continuation

Example: I finished my work; therefore, I can relax now.

Usages:

Usage 1: Popular Usage

Conjunctive adverbs are commonly used in both spoken and written English. They add clarity and coherence to a sentence by showing relationships between ideas or events.

Example:

He loves playing football; moreover, he participates in various local tournaments.

Usage 2: Local Usage

In certain regions, specific conjunctive adverbs might be more prevalent due to local dialects or colloquialisms. These adverbs may have similar functions as their popular counterparts but carry a regional flavor.

Example:

She was sick last week; hence, she couldn't attend the local festival.

Possible Related Products:

• Grammar Book
• English Writing Guide
• English Language Dictionary