A conjunctive adverb is a word or phrase that joins two sentences or independent clauses. They provide a link between the ideas in the two sentences or clauses.
Here are some common conjunctive adverbs:
- also
- furthermore
- therefore
- however
- likewise
- meanwhile
- nevertheless
- as a result
- for example
As in these examples:
- His English was poor. As a result, he failed the exam.
- You failed to meet the deadline. Therefore, the contract was cancelled.
- I definitely must see him. However, it may be for me.
Common mistakes with adverbs.
