A contrast transitional word can be used to show a contrast between two ideas within a sentence.

Function: Show how things are different.

Contrast transition words list with examples:

• Despite this, she loved him.
• Her mother thought a woman should not work. Even so, Mary took a job as a mechanic.
• She loved horses; however, she was afraid to ride.
• On the other hand, doctors promise to do no harm.
• Rather than visit her friend, the girl decided to watch a movie.
• She committed many crimes; though, she did not consider herself a criminal.
• Unlike her brother, she knew a good bargain when she saw it.
• Whereas his intentions were good, hers were bad.