Kosakata TOEFL 10: Abstract Academic Connectors

arguably (adv) — bisa dibilang

used to say that a statement can be supported, though not proven

This is arguably the most important discovery in the field this decade.

consequently (adv) — akibatnya

as a result; therefore

The factory closed, and consequently, hundreds of workers lost their jobs.

furthermore (adv) — selain itu

in addition; used to add information

The plan is expensive; furthermore, it may not even be effective.

nevertheless (adv) — meskipun demikian

in spite of that; however

The task was difficult; nevertheless, the team completed it on time.

presumably (adv) — kemungkinan besar

used to say that something is likely true, though not confirmed

The office was empty, presumably because everyone had left early.

subsequently (adv) — setelahnya, kemudian

afterward; at a later time

The proposal was rejected and subsequently revised.

whereas (conj) — sedangkan

used to compare or contrast two facts

The northern region is dry, whereas the south receives heavy rainfall.

albeit (conj) — meskipun, walaupun

although; even though

The plan succeeded, albeit with several unexpected delays.

hence (adv) — oleh karena itu

for this reason; therefore

The bridge was damaged; hence, traffic was rerouted.

thus (adv) — dengan demikian

as a result; in this way

Costs were reduced, thus increasing overall profit.

nonetheless (adv) — namun demikian

despite this; nevertheless

The weather was poor; nonetheless, the event continued as planned.

moreover (adv) — selain itu, terlebih lagi

in addition to what has been said; furthermore

The proposal saves money; moreover, it reduces environmental impact.