Conjunctive adverb
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A conjunctive adverb is an adverb that connects two clauses. Conjunctive adverbs show cause and effect, sequence, contrast, comparison, or other relationships.
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[edit] Common Conjunctive Adverbs
- so
- accordingly
- also
- anyway
- again
- besides
- certainly
- consequently
- contrarily
- finally
- further
- furthermore
- hence
- henceforth
- however
- in contrast
- incidentally
- indeed
- instead
- likewise
- meanwhile
- moreover
- namely
- nevertheless
- next
- nonetheless
- now
- otherwise
- similarly
- subsequently
- still
- that is
- then
- thereafter
- therefore
- thus
- undoubtedly
[edit] Punctuation
The following rules are considered to be correct punctuation for conjunctive adverbs:
• Use a semicolon before the conjunctive adverb to separate two independent clauses joined by a conjunctive adverb. A conjunctive adverb is not strong enough to join two independent clauses without the aid of a semicolon.
• Use a comma following the conjunctive adverb.
[edit] Examples
Independent clauses:
- He can jump 5'7"; furthermore, Dwight Howard is a beast.
- Brent enjoys video games; therefore, he likes Devil May Cry 3.
- He went to the store; however, he did not buy anything.
- Stephanie is an awesome person; consequently, she is my friend.
[edit] Source
- HyperGrammar: What is an Adverb?. Copyright 1994, 1995, and 1996 by the Faculty of Arts at the University of Ottawa.
