100 Sentence Starters for Argumentative Essays

No.	Item	Definition
1.	A common objection is that	States a frequent counterpoint.
2.	A further reason is that	Adds another reason.
3.	A good example is	Presents a clear example.
4.	A stronger argument is that	Presents a better claim.
5.	Above all,	Emphasizes top importance.
6.	According to	Introduces a source.
7.	Admittedly,	Concedes a point fairly.
8.	Although this is true,	Concedes before contrasting.
9.	Another key point is that	Introduces another main reason.
10.	As a result,	Shows consequence.
11.	At the outset,	Begins the discussion formally.
12.	Because of this,	Shows cause and effect.
13.	Broadly speaking,	Generalizes the discussion.
14.	By contrast,	Introduces comparison by difference.
15.	Clearly,	Signals obviousness.
16.	Consequently,	Shows a direct outcome.
17.	Consider the case of	Introduces a specific case.
18.	Conversely,	Presents an opposite view.
19.	Critics may argue that	Presents opposing criticism.
20.	Crucially,	Marks a vital point.
21.	Despite this,	Shows contrast despite a point.
22.	Equally important,	Adds a point of equal weight.
23.	Even if this is true,	Concedes then rebuts.
24.	Even so,	Shows contrast after a point.
25.	Experts argue that	Cites expert opinion.
26.	For example,	Introduces an example.
27.	For these reasons,	Links reasons to conclusion.
28.	For this reason,	Links cause to conclusion.
29.	From my perspective,	Frames a personal angle.
30.	From this perspective,	Frames a particular viewpoint.
31.	Furthermore,	Adds another supporting point.
32.	Generally speaking,	Makes a broad statement.
33.	Given these points,	Concludes from stated reasons.
34.	Hence,	Signals logical consequence.
35.	However,	Signals contrast.
36.	I am convinced that	Shows strong conviction.
37.	I argue that	Presents the writer’s main claim.
38.	I believe that	Introduces a belief or stance.
39.	I contend that	Asserts a debatable position.
40.	I maintain that	Holds firmly to a claim.
41.	I strongly believe that	Emphasizes firm belief.
42.	I take the view that	Introduces a considered opinion.
43.	I would argue that	Politely states an argument.
44.	Importantly,	Highlights significance.
45.	In addition,	Adds extra information.
46.	In fact,	Adds emphasis or correction.
47.	In my opinion,	States a personal viewpoint.
48.	In other words,	Restates more simply.
49.	In particular,	Focuses on one detail.
50.	In response,	Introduces a rebuttal.
51.	In the first place,	Presents an initial reason.
52.	Indeed,	Strengthens a statement.
53.	It could be said that	Offers a possible objection.
54.	It is clear that	Signals strong certainty.
55.	It seems reasonable to say	Offers a measured claim.
56.	More importantly,	Raises the level of importance.
57.	More specifically,	Adds precision.
58.	Moreover,	Adds stronger support.
59.	My position is that	States the writer’s stance.
60.	Nevertheless,	Shows contrast despite that.
61.	Next,	Moves to the following point.
62.	Not only that,	Adds another strong point.
63.	Notably,	Draws attention to a point.
64.	Obviously,	Marks something as evident.
65.	On balance,	Gives a weighed judgment.
66.	On the contrary,	Rejects and reverses a claim.
67.	On the one hand,	Introduces one side.
68.	On the other hand,	Introduces the opposite side.
69.	One could argue that	Introduces a possible argument.
70.	One might object that	Introduces an objection.
71.	One reason is that	Introduces a supporting reason.
72.	Overall,	Gives a general conclusion.
73.	Research shows that	Cites research support.
74.	Some may claim that	Introduces a counterargument.
75.	Specifically,	Introduces exact detail.
76.	Statistics reveal that	Uses statistics as evidence.
77.	Studies indicate that	Refers to study findings.
78.	That said,	Softens a shift or rebuttal.
79.	The evidence suggests that	Introduces evidence-based reasoning.
80.	The main point is that	Highlights the central claim.
81.	The reason is that	Introduces an explanation.
82.	There is no doubt that	Expresses high confidence.
83.	Therefore,	Signals a conclusion from reasons.
84.	This argument overlooks	Challenges a weakness.
85.	This can be seen in	Points to supporting evidence.
86.	This essay argues that	States the essay’s position.
87.	This is because	Explains a reason.
88.	This means that	Clarifies significance.
89.	This view fails to consider	Points out omission.
90.	To address this,	Answers an objection.
91.	To begin with,	Starts the first point.
92.	To illustrate,	Introduces an illustration.
93.	To start with,	Opens the argument.
94.	Ultimately,	Presents the final judgment.
95.	Undeniably,	States something hard to dispute.
96.	Undoubtedly,	Expresses certainty.
97.	What is more,	Adds emphasis to support.
98.	While some argue that	Introduces opposing views.
99.	With this in mind,	Connects to the next point.
100.	Without question,	Shows strong certainty.