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noun

Words, phrases, or sentences that connect one idea to another, helping to create a smooth and logical flow in a piece of writing or speech.

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Some of the supposed tells are simply well-established writing conventions that ChatGPT was trained to ape: things like “lists of three examples” or the use of transition words like however.

From Slate • Aug. 20, 2025

The writing coach advised the student to incorporate more transition words like 'consequently' and 'furthermore' to strengthen their essay's argument.

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Possible Synonyms

idea bridges
flow markers
conjunctive adverbs
connecting words
logical connectors

Possible Antonyms

jarring jumps
disjointed thoughts
abrupt shifts
non-sequiturs