Semicolons and Conjunctive Adverbs

A semicolon (;) is a punctuation mark used to connect closely related ideas or to separate items in a complex list.

Use a semicolon to connect two independent clauses that are closely related in thought.

A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them, such as 'however', 'therefore', and 'meanwhile'.

Place a semicolon before the conjunctive adverb and a comma after it.

I wanted to go for a walk; however, it started to rain.

'Additionally' is a conjunctive adverb used to add information or ideas.

I love reading; I also enjoy writing.

A comma separates items in a list or clauses, while a semicolon connects closely related independent clauses.

She loves music; she plays the guitar.

The semicolon is incorrectly placed; it should be 'I wanted to go, but it was too late.'