Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

conjunction

noun
/kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən/
Definition
A word that connects clauses or sentences or coordinates words in the same clause.
Examples
  • She wants to go to the park, but it looks like it might rain.
  • He speaks both English and Spanish.
  • The meeting was postponed because the manager was unavailable.
Meaning
In grammar, a conjunction is a part of speech that links words, phrases, or clauses together, enabling sentences to convey complex ideas and relationships.
Synonyms
  • connector
  • link
  • joiner
  • tie