Transition Words

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb. In this case, 'after' modifies the verb by indicating when the action takes place.

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence. In this case, 'after' indicates a time or sequence relationship.

• After the meeting, we will discuss the budget proposal.
• Let's grab lunch after the movie.
• I'll catch you later after I finish up here.
• After the storm comes the calm.

adverb in addition; too; besides; as well

conjunction used to connect ideas or clauses in a sentence

• In addition to the main topic, we should also consider the implications of this decision.
• I also think we should grab some snacks before heading to the movies.
• I'm also down for some pizza tonight, what do you think?
• His words were harsh, but they also cut deep into her emotions.

adverb in addition; also

preposition used to indicate in addition to what has been said

conjunction in addition to; apart from

• Besides his academic achievements, he also excels in extracurricular activities.
• I don't want to go to the concert, besides I have to study for my exam.
• I'm not going to the party, besides it's going to be lame.
• Besides being a talented artist, she is also a great cook.

verb to make or become different

adjective different from what it was before

• The company's policies have changed over the years to adapt to new regulations.
• I can't believe how much you've changed since high school!
• She totally ghosted me after things changed between us.
• His perspective on life completely changed after the accident.

adverb as a consequence; therefore

preposition from this place; away

conjunction as a result; therefore

• The data clearly shows a correlation between smoking and lung cancer, hence the need for more research in this area.
• I missed the bus, hence why I'm running late to the meeting.
• I aced the exam, hence I'm feeling pretty good about my grade in the class.
• His dedication to his craft is unmatched, hence why he is considered a master in his field.

verb the action of departing or going away from a place

• The employee is leaving the company to pursue other opportunities.
• I heard that Sarah is leaving her job next month.
• I can't believe he's leaving us hanging like this.
• Leaving behind the past, she stepped into a new chapter of her life.

noun meanwhile can also be used as a noun to refer to the intervening time

adverb meanwhile is an adverb that indicates something is happening at the same time as something else

conjunction meanwhile can function as a conjunction to connect two events happening simultaneously

• Meanwhile, the company's profits continued to rise steadily.
• Meanwhile, I'll be finishing up this report for the meeting.
• Meanwhile, I was just chilling with my friends.
• Meanwhile, the seeds of doubt were beginning to sprout in her mind.

noun the next person or thing

adjective coming immediately after the present or the one just mentioned

adverb at the time or on the occasion immediately following the present

• The next meeting is scheduled for next Monday at 9am.
• Let's catch up for coffee next week.
• I'll hit you up for drinks next time I'm in town.
• After overcoming this challenge, the next one will seem easier.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

preposition used to introduce a contrasting or opposing point or perspective

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun

• The research suggests that exercise has numerous health benefits; on the other hand, excessive exercise can lead to injury.
• I really want to go out tonight, but on the other hand, I have an early morning tomorrow.
• I was thinking about getting the new phone, but on the other hand, it's pretty expensive.
• She always seemed confident in public, but on the other hand, she struggled with self-doubt in private.

noun a subsequent event or circumstance

adjective following in time or order; succeeding

• The subsequent chapters of the book delve deeper into the topic.
• After that, we can grab lunch at the subsequent restaurant.
• Let's hit up the subsequent party after this one.
• The subsequent waves of change swept through the organization.

adverb Subsequently is an adverb that is used to indicate something that occurs after a particular event or time.

conjunction Subsequently can also function as a conjunction when used to connect two events or actions in a sequence.

• The experiment yielded positive results, subsequently leading to further research in the field.
• She aced her exam and subsequently treated herself to a shopping spree.
• He got caught cheating on the test and subsequently got grounded by his parents.
• The artist painted the background first and subsequently added layers of detail to complete the masterpiece.

adverb at that time; at the time in question

conjunction used to introduce a logical conclusion or sequence of events

• First, gather all the necessary materials, then proceed to follow the instructions carefully.
• Let's grab some lunch, then we can decide what to do next.
• I aced my exam, then I treated myself to some ice cream.
• She took a leap of faith, then watched as her dreams began to unfold.

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, and in some languages extending to volume or numerical scope

• In the meanwhile, the committee will review the proposal and make a decision.
• In the meanwhile, we can grab a coffee and catch up.
• In the meanwhile, let's chill and watch some Netflix.
• In the meanwhile, the storm will pass and the sun will shine again.

adjective relating to a transitional or intermediate state, phase, or condition

• The liminal space between childhood and adulthood is often a challenging period for many young people.
• I feel like I'm in a liminal state right now, not quite sure where I belong.
• I'm in that weird liminal phase of my life where I'm not a kid anymore but not quite an adult either.
• The fog created a liminal barrier between the two worlds, making it difficult to see what lay beyond.

adverb referring to a time following an event or action

• The meeting concluded promptly, and afterward, everyone dispersed to their respective offices.
• We grabbed a quick bite to eat, and afterward, we went to see a movie.
• We partied until the early hours of the morning, and afterward, we crashed at my place.
• She poured her heart out to him, and afterward, she felt a weight lifted off her shoulders.