CONNECTORS Flashcards
(20 cards)
Addition and Listing
Nate writes short stories, in addition, he writes articles for a newspaper.
Contrast
Extroverts love crowds. In contrast, introverts prefer solitude.
Similirity
She was late and I similarly was delayed.
Result
He lacks self-confidence. As a consequence, he is unlikely to be successful.
Time
First pick up the receiver and then insert a coin into the coin-box.
Exemplification
Women generally live longer than men. For instance, in the United States life expectancy for women is 75, while it is 73 for men.
Particularization
Shopping in small markets is quite advantageous. In particular, one can find specialty items that larger stores do not contain.
Explanation
The machinery was not impaired; that is, it wasn’t damaged.
Emphasis
I like reading. As a matter of fact, it is my favorite pastime.
Refutation
I don’t hate classical music. On the contrary, I’m very fond of it.
Reformulation
Is there a cheaper solution? In other words, can you make a cheaper device?
Correction
Her name is not Margeret. Rather, it is Margot.
Transition
As far as comfort is concerned, a car is definitely much better than a bicycle.
Alternative
You’re welcome to come with us now in our car. Alternatively, you could go later with Mary.
Negative Condition
You must study hard. Otherwise, you may fail.
Summation/ Conclusion
This is our most disastrous and embarrassing defeat ever; in short, it is a fiasco.
BY COMPARISON
Going out with Jim has its risks. By comparison, being with Tim is as easy as falling off a log.
ON THE CONTRARY
I don’t hate Jim. On the contrary, I’m rather fond of him.
INSTEAD
I didn’t want to take a side in the argument.
IN ANY CASE
I was thinking of going round Jim’s place. In any case, I haven’t been invited.
