Question: what are the words to start an essay?
Answer: Moreover; furthermore; in addition… ...  In other words; to put it more simply… ...  Conversely; alternatively; on the contrary; on the other hand… ...  According to X; X stated that; referring to the views of X… ...  As well as; along with; coupled with... ...  Firstly, secondly, thirdly… ...  In view of; in light of…