IELTS Writing connective words

Since many of you have been asking me for tips in Writing, I though a useful collection of connective words would help. It was kindly shared by a student and I am sure that using those words in your essays, letters and reports will positively affect your score.

Addition
# in addition
# and similarly
# likewise as well as
# besides further more
# also moreover
# and then too
# not only … but even
# besides

Sequence
# first(ly) initially
# second(ly) etc.to begin with then
# next earlier/later
# after this/that
# following this/that

Consequence
# as a result
# thus
# so
# therefore
# consequently
# it follows that
# thereby
# eventually
# then in that case
# admittedly

Contrast
# however
# on the other hand
# despite
# in spite of
# though
# although
# but
# on the contrary
# otherwise
# yet instead of
# rather
# whereas
# nonetheless
# even though
# compared with
# in contrast
# alternatively

Addition
# in addition

In addition, I would like to point out that my neighbor is disturbing me late at night.
# and similarly

Your life will change forever and similarly, your whole family will feel the change.
# likewise

Some people have little time for a hobby, and have likewise little will to get one.
# as well as

Beauty, as well as smarts, is a remarkable quality
# besides

We aren’t friends. Besides, I don’t feel it’s my place to set him straight.
# furthermore

Computers are getting faster and faster these days; furthermore, their cost is getting lower and lower.
# also
# moreover

I’ve wanting a change for a long time, moreover, I feel I deserve one.
# and then too
# not only … but also

Not only this product is good for your hair, but also for the whole body.

Sequence
# first(ly) initially

Initially, you would start putting a plan together.
# second(ly)
# to begin with

To begin with, you will need to commit a portion of your time to studying.
# then
# next
# earlier/later

Later on there comes a stage when your skills are put to a test.
# after this/that
# following this/that

Consequence
# as a result

I studied well and as a result, I got a high score.
# thus
# so
# therefore

I was younger and therefore, less experienced.
# consequently
# it follows that
# thereby

I upset my friend, thereby causing her pain.
# eventually
# then in that case
# admittedly

Admittedly, he is the smartest person I know.

Contrast
# however

The book is expensive, however it’s worth it.
# on the other hand

She says she feels fine, on the other hand, her face is pale and she doesn’t look healthy.
# despite
# in spite of

In spite of the difficulties, the task was completed.
# though

He still insists, though he knows that won’t do any good.
# although
# but
# on the contrary

The music didn’t lift her spirit, on contrary, it made her feel weak and vulnerable again.
# otherwise
# yet instead of

He felt unwelcome, yet instead of leaving, he stayed.
# rather

Eggs for breakfast is not a good idea, I would rather have some toast.
# whereas

He was her true love, whereas for him she was just another girlfriend.
# nonetheless

While they didn’t trust each other, nonetheless they worked together for many years.
# even though
# compared with
# in contrast
# alternatively


Certainty
# obviously

I was very disappointed, obviously because my expectations were too high.
# certainly

I will certainly let her know your opinion.
# plainly

You are plainly wrong
# of course
# undoubtedly

She is undoubtedly very beautiful

Condition
# if
# unless

I won’t be able to meet you, unless we schedule it in the morning.
# whether

Whether you like it or not, this is the truth.
# provided that

I can guarantee a good result, provided that you study.
# so that

I can send you the documents so that you would have proof.
# depending on

We can have a picnic this weekend, depending on the weather.

Summary
# in conclusion
# in summary
# lastly
# finally
# to sum up

To sum up, I strongly support the efforts of our society to help the environment.
# to conclude
# to recapitulate
# in short