But is a powerful word. It's a complicated word with a number of grammatical uses but, in general, it serves to negate, diminish and dismiss the statement that comes before it. For that reason, it’s important that you don’t put the positive words before a but and negative words afterwards. That is a dangerous combination.
For that reason, it’s important to know words that you can use instead of but. Another word for ‘but’ is known as a ‘synonym of but’. I’ve included a But synonyms list in the PDF of alternative words for But and you can get it for free by subscribing to the English Like A Native mailing list where you will get free English lessons, straight to your inbox. Enjoy!