though
comma (,)
USE: __________ TO LINK ADJECTIVES WITH A CONTRASTING MEANING.
if not
It is compelling, if at times depressing.
(or) even
A short yet powerful novel.
YOU CAN LINK TWO RELATED OR COMPATIBLE ADJECTIVES WITH:___________ BEFORE A NOUN.
George is a compassionate, caring friend.
but
and
IF can introduce a negative idea
Their dream will be difficult, if not impossible, to fulfill.
Their dream will be difficult, (or) even impossible, to fulfill.
YOU CAN USE: __________ TO ADD A STRONGER ADJECTIVE.
yet
Lennie is a physically large but gentle man.
George is a compassionate and caring friend.
Its dramatic, though not unexpected, ending.
