Common & Uncommon Connectors

 Common Connectors:

and - connects similar ideas

but - indicates a contrast or opposition

or - presents alternatives

so - shows cause and effect or result

because - gives a reason

however - introduces a contrast or contradiction

therefore - indicates a conclusion or consequence

furthermore - adds more information

moreover - adds additional information or strengthens a point

nevertheless - introduces a contrasting idea

otherwise - presents an alternative outcome

as a result - indicates a consequence

in addition - adds more information

on the other hand - introduces an alternative viewpoint

nevertheless - nonetheless, however

meanwhile - in the meantime, during this time

as a result - consequently, accordingly

in addition - additionally, moreover

on the other hand - conversely, alternatively

for example - for instance, such as

in conclusion - ultimately, in summary

similarly - likewise, in the same way

otherwise - if not, or else

in fact - indeed, as a matter of fact

eventually - finally, ultimately

in contrast - on the contrary, by way of contrast

despite - in spite of, notwithstanding

on the whole - generally, overall

besides - furthermore, moreover

on the contrary - rather, instead

for this reason - hence, thus

not only...but also - not just...but additionally

in other words - that is to say, to put it differently

as a matter of fact - in reality, actually

Uncommon Connectors:

notwithstanding - regardless of

albeit - although or even though

henceforth - from this point forward

insofar as - to the extent that

whereby - by which or through which

notwithstanding - in spite of

meanwhile - in the meantime

heretofore - up until this time

thereupon - immediately after that

thereunder - under that situation or condition

whereupon - after which or as a result of which

notwithstanding - despite

howbeit - nevertheless or however

These Uncommon connectors are very unique, let's delve into the specific details that distinguish each of these connectors from other connectors:

vis-à-vis - in relation to, concerning:

This connector is a French term commonly used in English to indicate a relationship or comparison between two things or entities. It suggests a specific type of relationship or a specific aspect that is being considered.

Example: "The company's sales, vis-à-vis its competitors, have been steadily increasing."

ergo - therefore, thus:

"Ergo" is a Latin term that means "therefore" or "consequently." It is used to show a logical conclusion or result based on the preceding information or argument.

Example: "The experiment yielded consistent results; ergo, the hypothesis was validated."

a fortiori - for a stronger reason, with even more certainty:

This Latin phrase is used to strengthen an argument by asserting that if something is true under a certain condition, it is even more true under a stronger or more obvious condition.

Example: "If he passed the advanced test, then a fortiori, he will pass the basic test."

ipso facto - by that very fact, as a direct result:

"Ipso facto" is a Latin phrase used to indicate that a specific consequence or conclusion is self-evident and follows directly from the circumstances or facts at hand.

Example: "By winning the championship, she became, ipso facto, the best player in the league."

pro tanto - to that extent, for this purpose:

This Latin term is used to describe a partial or incomplete action or consideration, particularly in a legal or conditional context.

Example: "He was only responsible for the pro tanto payment, not the full amount."

ex post facto - after the fact, retroactively:

"Ex post facto" refers to something that is done or enacted after an event has taken place, often with retrospective effect.

Example: "The law was applied ex post facto to penalize the behavior that occurred before it was enacted."

sine qua non - an essential condition, a prerequisite:

This Latin phrase is used to denote an indispensable or essential element that is absolutely necessary for a particular outcome or result to occur.

Example: "Regular practice is the sine qua non of becoming proficient in any skill."

ab initio - from the beginning, from the start:

"Ab initio" is a Latin term used to refer to events or processes that have been in effect or existent since the very beginning.

Example: "The project faced challenges ab initio due to insufficient planning."

ad hoc - for this specific purpose, improvised:

"Ad hoc" describes something that is done or created for a particular purpose or situation, often improvised and not part of a broader plan.

Example: "An ad hoc committee was formed to address the urgent issue."

a priori - based on deduction or theory, rather than observation:

This Latin phrase is used to describe knowledge or reasoning that is based on theoretical principles or deduction before any actual evidence or experience.

Example: "The hypothesis was accepted a priori, and the experiment was designed accordingly."

ceteris paribus - all other things being equal:

"Ceteris paribus" is a Latin term used to describe a situation in which all relevant factors or conditions remain unchanged, allowing a specific effect to be isolated and analyzed.

Example: "Ceteris paribus, an increase in price leads to a decrease in demand."

de facto - in fact, in reality:

"De facto" refers to a situation or state of affairs that exists in practice or in reality, even if it is not officially recognized.

Example: "Although not legally married, they lived together as a de facto couple for many years."

inter alia - among other things, for example:

This Latin phrase is used to indicate that the mentioned items or examples are just a part of a larger group or list.

Example: "The company provides various services, including, inter alia, consulting and training."

per se - by itself, inherently:

"Per se" is used to emphasize that something is intrinsically or inherently the way it is and not necessarily influenced by external factors.

Example: "Money, per se, does not guarantee happiness."

post hoc - after this, subsequently:

"Post hoc" refers to a logical fallacy where it is assumed that one event caused another simply because it happened afterward.

Example: "He believed that wearing a specific hat brought him luck, but it was a post hoc assumption."

These connectors offer specific nuances and meanings that make them distinct from more commonly used connectors. When used appropriately, they can add precision and sophistication to your language and communication.