While there aren't specific "transition words" used *exclusively* with semicolons, here are some common words and phrases that are often used to connect the independent clauses they separate:
Conjunctive Adverbs:
* Furthermore, moreover, however, therefore, nevertheless, consequently, otherwise, besides, accordingly, also, thus, hence, still, indeed, instead, nonetheless
Transitional Phrases:
* In addition, on the other hand, as a result, for example, in contrast, for instance, in conclusion, in fact, on the contrary, at the same time, in other words
Examples:
* The team practiced hard; therefore, they were confident going into the game.
* The weather was beautiful; however, the beach was crowded.
* The cake was delicious; in fact, it was the best I've ever had.
* The store was open late; however, the shelves were empty.
It's important to remember that while these words and phrases can be used with semicolons, they are not always necessary. You can also use a semicolon to connect two closely related independent clauses without any transitional word or phrase.
Note: Semicolons are generally more formal than other punctuation marks, so they are more common in academic writing and formal documents. In casual writing, a semicolon may be replaced with a period or a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) followed by a comma.