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Synonyms For 95 Commonly Used Words – A Mini-Thesaurus For Writers

Writers Write creates writing resources and shares writing tips. Use this mini-thesaurus to find synonyms for 95 commonly-used words when you write.

If you do a lot of writing, it’s good to have a selection of synonyms for commonly used words to hand. If you can, keep a thesaurus nearby or use an online thesaurus . Or you could just bookmark this page and use it as needed.

If you are unsure of the replacement word, look it up to see if it has the correct meaning for the sentence you are writing.

Synonyms for 95 Commonly Used Words in the English language

• Amazing  — incredible, unbelievable, improbable, fabulous, wonderful, fantastic, astonishing, astounding, extraordinary
• Anger  — enrage, infuriate, arouse, nettle, exasperate, inflame, madden
• Angry  — mad, furious, enraged, excited, wrathful, indignant, exasperated, aroused, inflamed
• Answer  — reply, respond, retort, acknowledge
• Ask  — question, inquire of, seek information from, put a question to, demand, request, expect, inquire, query, interrogate, examine, quiz
• Awful  — dreadful, terrible, abominable, bad, poor, unpleasant
• Bad  — evil, immoral, wicked, corrupt, sinful, depraved, rotten, contaminated, spoiled, tainted, harmful, injurious, unfavourable, defective, inferior, imperfect, substandard, faulty, improper, inappropriate, unsuitable, disagreeable, unpleasant, cross, nasty, unfriendly, irascible, horrible, atrocious, outrageous, scandalous, infamous, wrong, noxious, sinister, putrid, snide, deplorable, dismal, gross, heinous, nefarious, base, obnoxious, detestable, despicable, contemptible, foul, rank, ghastly, execrable
• Beautiful  — pretty, lovely, handsome, attractive, gorgeous, dazzling, splendid, magnificent, comely, fair, ravishing, graceful, elegant, fine, exquisite, aesthetic, pleasing, shapely, delicate, stunning, glorious, heavenly, resplendent, radiant, glowing, blooming, sparkling
• Begin  — start, open, launch, initiate, commence, inaugurate, originate
• Big  — enormous, huge, immense, gigantic, vast, colossal, gargantuan, large, sizeable, grand, great, tall, substantial, mammoth, astronomical, ample, broad, expansive, spacious, stout, tremendous, titanic, mountainous
• Brave  — courageous, fearless, dauntless, intrepid, plucky, daring, heroic, valorous, audacious, bold, gallant, valiant, doughty, mettlesome
• Break  — fracture, rupture, shatter, smash, wreck, crash, demolish, atomise
• Bright  — shining, shiny, gleaming, brilliant, sparkling, shimmering, radiant, vivid, colourful, lustrous, luminous, incandescent, intelligent, knowing, quick-witted, smart, intellectual
• Calm  — quiet, peaceful, still, tranquil, mild, serene, smooth, composed, collected, unruffled, level-headed, unexcited, detached, aloof
• Come  — approach, advance, near, arrive, reach
• Cool  — chilly, cold, frosty, wintry, icy, frigid
• Crooked  — bent, twisted, curved, hooked, zigzag
• Cry  — shout, yell, yowl, scream, roar, bellow, weep, wail, sob, bawl
• Cut  — gash, slash, prick, nick, sever, slice, carve, cleave, slit, chop, crop, lop, reduce
• Dangerous  — perilous, hazardous, risky, uncertain, unsafe
• Dark  — shadowy, unlit, murky, gloomy, dim, dusky, shaded, sunless, black, dismal, sad
• Decide  — determine, settle, choose, resolve
• Definite  — certain, sure, positive, determined, clear, distinct, obvious
• Delicious  — savoury, delectable, appetizing, luscious, scrumptious, palatable, delightful, enjoyable, toothsome, exquisite
• Describe  — portray, characterize, picture, narrate, relate, recount, represent, report, record
• Destroy  — ruin, demolish, raze, waste, kill, slay, end, extinguish
• Difference  — disagreement, inequity, contrast, dissimilarity, incompatibility
• Do  — execute, enact, carry out, finish, conclude, effect, accomplish, achieve, attain
• Dull  — boring, tiring„ tiresome, uninteresting, slow, dumb, stupid, unimaginative, lifeless, dead, insensible, tedious, wearisome, listless, expressionless, plain, monotonous, humdrum, dreary
• Eager  — keen, fervent, enthusiastic, involved, interested, alive to
• End  — stop, finish, terminate, conclude, close, halt, cessation, discontinuance
• Enjoy  — appreciate, delight in, be pleased, indulge in, luxuriate in, bask in, relish, devour, savour, like
• Explain  — elaborate, clarify, define, interpret, justify, account for
• Fair  — just, impartial, unbiased, objective, unprejudiced, honest
• Fall  — drop, descend, plunge, topple, tumble
• False  — fake, fraudulent, counterfeit, spurious, untrue, unfounded, erroneous, deceptive, groundless, fallacious
• Famous  — well-known, renowned, celebrated, famed, eminent, illustrious, distinguished, noted, notorious
• Fast  — quick, rapid, speedy, fleet, hasty, snappy, mercurial, swiftly, rapidly, quickly, snappily, speedily, lickety-split, post-haste, hastily, expeditiously, like a flash
• Fat  — stout, corpulent, fleshy, beefy, paunchy, plump, full, rotund, tubby, pudgy, chubby, chunky, burly, bulky, elephantine
• Fear  — fright, dread, terror, alarm, dismay, anxiety, scare, awe, horror, panic, apprehension
• Fly  — soar, hover, flit, wing, flee, waft, glide, coast, skim, sail, cruise
• Funny  — humorous, amusing, droll, comic, comical, laughable, silly
• Get  — acquire, obtain, secure, procure, gain, fetch, find, score, accumulate, win, earn, rep, catch, net, bag, derive, collect, gather, glean, pick up, accept, come by, regain, salvage
• Go  — recede, depart, fade, disappear, move, travel, proceed
• Good  — excellent, fine, superior, wonderful, marvellous, qualified, suited, suitable, apt, proper, capable, generous, kindly, friendly, gracious, obliging, pleasant, agreeable, pleasurable, satisfactory, well-behaved, obedient, honourable, reliable, trustworthy, safe, favourable, profitable, advantageous, righteous, expedient, helpful, valid, genuine, ample, salubrious, estimable, beneficial, splendid, great, noble, worthy, first-rate, top-notch, grand, sterling, superb, respectable, edifying
• Great  — noteworthy, worthy, distinguished, remarkable, grand, considerable, powerful, much, mighty
• Gross  — improper, rude, coarse, indecent, crude, vulgar, outrageous, extreme, grievous, shameful, uncouth, obscene, low
• Happy  — pleased, contented, satisfied, delighted, elated, joyful, cheerful, ecstatic, jubilant, gay, tickled, gratified, glad, blissful, overjoyed
• Hate  — despise, loathe, detest, abhor, disfavour, dislike, disapprove, abominate
• Have  — hold, possess, own, contain, acquire, gain, maintain, believe, bear, beget, occupy, absorb, fill, enjoy
• Help  — aid, assist, support, encourage, back, wait on, attend, serve, relieve, succour, benefit, befriend, abet
• Hide  — conceal, cover, mask, cloak, camouflage, screen, shroud, veil
• Hurry  — rush, run, speed, race, hasten, urge, accelerate, bustle
• Hurt  — damage, harm, injure, wound, distress, afflict, pain
• Idea  — thought, concept, conception, notion, understanding, opinion, plan, view, belief
• Important  — necessary, vital, critical, indispensable, valuable, essential, significant, primary, principal, considerable, famous, distinguished, notable, well-known
• Interesting  — fascinating, engaging, sharp, keen, bright, intelligent, animated, spirited, attractive, inviting, intriguing, provocative, though-provoking, challenging, inspiring, involving, moving, titillating, tantalising, exciting, entertaining, piquant, lively, racy, spicy, engrossing, absorbing, consuming, gripping, arresting, enthralling, spellbinding, curious, captivating, enchanting, bewitching, appealing
• Keep  — hold, retain, withhold, preserve, maintain, sustain, support
• Kill  — slay, execute, assassinate, murder, destroy, cancel, abolish
• Lazy  — indolent, slothful, idle, inactive, sluggish
• Little  — tiny, small, diminutive, shrimp, runt, miniature, puny, exiguous, dinky, cramped, limited, itsy-bitsy, microscopic, slight, petite, minute
• Look  — gaze, see, glance, watch, survey, study, seek, search for, peek, peep, glimpse, stare, contemplate, examine, gape, ogle, scrutinise, inspect, leer, behold, observe, view, witness, perceive, spy, sight, discover, notice, recognise, peer, eye, gawk, peruse, explore
• Love  — like, admire, esteem, fancy, care for, cherish, adore, treasure, worship, appreciate, savour
• Make  — create, originate, invent, beget, form, construct, design, fabricate, manufacture, produce, build, develop, do, effect, execute, compose, perform, accomplish, earn, gain, obtain, acquire, get
• Mark  — label, tag, price, ticket, impress, effect, trace, imprint, stamp, brand, sign, note, heed, notice, designate
• Mischievous  — prankish, playful, naughty, roguish, waggish, impish, sportive
• Move  — plod, go, creep, crawl, inch, poke, drag, toddle, shuffle, trot, dawdle, walk, traipse, mosey, jog, plug, trudge, slump, lumber, trail, lag, run, sprint, trip, bound, hotfoot, high-tail, streak, stride, tear, breeze, whisk, rush, dash, dart, bolt, fling, scamper, scurry, skedaddle, scoot, scuttle, scramble, race, chase, hasten, hurry, hump, gallop, lope, accelerate, stir, budge, travel, wander, roam, journey, trek, ride, spin, slip, glide, slide, slither, coast, flow, sail, saunter, hobble, amble, stagger, paddle, slouch, prance, straggle, meander, perambulate, waddle, wobble, pace, swagger, promenade, lunge
• Moody  — temperamental, changeable, short-tempered, glum, morose, sullen, modish, irritable, testy, peevish, fretful, spiteful, sulky, touchy
• Neat  — clean, orderly, tidy, trim, dapper, natty, smart, elegant, well-organized, super, desirable, spruce, shipshape, well-kept, shapely
• New  — fresh, unique, original, unusual, novel, modern, current, recent
• Old  — feeble, frail, ancient, weak, aged, used, worn, dilapidated, ragged, faded, broken-down, former, old-fashioned, outmoded, passé, veteran, mature, venerable, primitive, traditional, archaic, conventional, customary, stale, musty, obsolete, extinct
• Part  — portion, share, piece, allotment, section, fraction, fragment
• Place  — space, area, spot, plot, region, location, situation, position, residence, dwelling, set, site, station, status, state
• Plan  — plot, scheme, design, draw, map, diagram, procedure, arrangement, intention, device, contrivance, method, way, blueprint
• Popular  — well-liked, approved, accepted, favourite, celebrated, common, current
• Predicament  — quandary, dilemma, pickle, problem, plight, spot, scrape, jam
• Put  — place, set, attach, establish, assign, keep, save, set aside, effect, achieve, do, build
• Quiet  — silent, still, soundless, mute, tranquil, peaceful, calm, restful
• Right  — correct, accurate, factual, true, good, just, honest, upright, lawful, moral, proper, suitable, apt, legal, fair
• Run  — race, speed, hurry, hasten, sprint, dash, rush, escape, elope, flee
• Scared  — afraid, frightened, alarmed, terrified, panicked, fearful, unnerved, insecure, timid, shy, skittish, jumpy, disquieted, worried, vexed, troubled, disturbed, horrified, terrorised, shocked, petrified, haunted, timorous, shrinking, tremulous, stupefied, paralyzed, stunned, apprehensive
• Show  — display, exhibit, present, note, point to, indicate, explain, reveal, prove, demonstrate, expose
• Slow  — unhurried, gradual, leisurely, late, behind, tedious, slack
• Stop  — cease, halt, stay, pause, discontinue, conclude, end, finish, quit
• Story  — tale, myth, legend, fable, yarn, account, narrative, chronicle, epic, sage, anecdote, record, memoir
• Strange  — odd, peculiar, unusual, unfamiliar, uncommon, queer, weird, outlandish, curious, unique, exclusive, irregular
• Take  — hold, catch, seize, grasp, win, capture, acquire, pick, choose, select, prefer, remove, steal, lift, rob, engage, bewitch, purchase, buy, retract, recall, assume, occupy, consume
• Tell  — disclose, reveal, show, expose, uncover, relate, narrate, inform, advise, explain, divulge, declare, command, order, bid, recount, repeat
• Think  — judge, deem, assume, believe, consider, contemplate, reflect, mediate
• Trouble  — distress, anguish, anxiety, worry, wretchedness, pain, danger, peril, disaster, grief, misfortune, difficulty, concern, pains, inconvenience, exertion, effort
• True  — accurate, right, proper, precise, exact, valid, genuine, real, actual, trusty, steady, loyal, dependable, sincere, staunch
• Ugly  — hideous, frightful, frightening, shocking, horrible, unpleasant, monstrous, terrifying, gross, grisly, ghastly, horrid, unsightly, plain, homely, evil, repulsive, repugnant, gruesome
• Unhappy  — miserable, uncomfortable, wretched, heart-broken, unfortunate, poor, downhearted, sorrowful, depressed, dejected, melancholy, glum, gloomy, dismal, discouraged, sad
• Use  — employ, utilise, exhaust, spend, expend, consume, exercise
• Wrong  — incorrect, inaccurate, mistaken, erroneous, improper, unsuitable

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28 thoughts on “Synonyms For 95 Commonly Used Words – A Mini-Thesaurus For Writers”

very educative

I love this list. I find the use of a thesaurus both helpful and a hindrance, but it is a necessity at times.

Excellent work.

I especially liked the list for “move”. Maybe “like” could be added to the list?

Can you add “awesome”? Now there’s an overused word.

Hang on, how is improbable an alternative to amazing…? Or arouse an alternative to anger? Not to mention arouse is an adjective and anger is a noun… Angry -> excited? That’s as far as I read. Someone must have been really confused reading some books….

Thanks for the list. I have a thesaurus on my computer which my husband found. The one above is for the basic words that pop up all the time and I appreciate being given the list.

move? You left one out. In reflection seismology a synonym is migrate.

This is an awesome list. Great work!

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How I wish everyone would read this. Conversation would be so much more interesting and accurate.

I live by my thesaurus and this one is really handy!

Such an great list to write something which is simple and catchy to eyes. As a writer it would be helps a great deal to make my writing meaningful and understandable to others. Thats stuff is seriously an applauded work by author.

This is very helpful for student and also word power make a strong, if you give a deaily word power so it could be help us.

nice sir it could be help ful for word power for student .

oh! i always need this thing thank you so much

Thank you so much for posting this. I am constantly trying to expand my every day vocabulary. These words are simple enough for daily use, yet not the average choice for most. Love it.

Thank you for the feedback. We appreciate it.

Good look up table for writers .terrific.

Generally useful list, but it ignores some important distinctions. “Notorious” is not a synonym for famous; it refers to fame as ignominy. You can write about notorious bank robbers, notorious swindlers, even notorious celebrities when their reputations have been muddied. But you would, in contrast, call, Adele a notorious singer. Nonetheless, I found most of the list helpful for everyday words.

Oops. I meant to say that you would NOT call Adele a notorious singer. Sorry for the word lapse.

Wow, Its so lovely post, So many vocabularies to know into the knowledge.

Very useful. Thank you!

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Creative Writing Words

Words are the building blocks of stories, the tools that paint vivid pictures and stir emotions in our readers. But for aspiring writers, the vast ocean of vocabulary can feel daunting. Fear not, wordsmiths! This guide delves into the treasure trove of creative writing words , helping you unearth gems that will elevate your craft.

List of Creative Writing Words

Astonishing

Captivating

Charismatic

Conspicuous

Contemplate

Effervescent

Enthralling

Fantastical

Illuminating

Incandescent

Indomitable

Inquisitive

Mesmerizing

Paradoxical

Rambunctious

Resplendent

Scintillating

Spectacular

Spellbinding

Spontaneous

Transcendent

Clandestine

Quintessential

Serendipitous

Superfluous

Unfathomable

Creative Writing Words with meaning and examples

Here is the table of Creative Writing words with their meanings and examples:

• Meaning: Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful.
• Example: The garden was abundant with flowers, creating a vibrant display of colors.
• Meaning: To make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.
• Example: The new medication helped alleviate her chronic pain.
• Meaning: Open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.
• Example: The ending of the movie was ambiguous, leaving the audience to speculate.
• Meaning: Enough or more than enough; plentiful.
• Example: They had ample time to prepare for the exam.
• Meaning: Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.
• Example: Her performance was astonishing, earning her a standing ovation.
• Meaning: To cause (someone) to become perplexed and confused.
• Example: The complex instructions bewildered everyone in the room.
• Meaning: Burning brightly and strongly.
• Example: The blazing sun made it a perfect day for the beach.
• Meaning: Extremely happy; full of joy.
• Example: They spent a blissful afternoon in the park, enjoying the sunshine and each other’s company.
• Meaning: Noisy, energetic, and cheerful; rowdy.
• Example: The children were boisterous as they played in the yard.
• Meaning: Unlimited or immense.
• Example: She had a boundless enthusiasm for learning new things.
• Meaning: Active, fast, and energetic.
• Example: They went for a brisk walk in the crisp autumn air.
• Meaning: Showing deep unhappiness of thought.
• Example: He sat by the window, brooding over his recent breakup.
• Meaning: Capable of attracting and holding interest; charming.
• Example: The story was so captivating that she couldn’t put the book down.
• Meaning: In a state of complete confusion and disorder.
• Example: The airport was chaotic with travelers rushing to make their flights.
• Meaning: Exercising a compelling charm which inspires devotion in others.
• Example: The charismatic leader easily won the support of the crowd.
• Meaning: Delighted greatly; enchanted.
• Example: She felt charmed by the quaint little village and its friendly residents.
• Meaning: The quality of being clear, in particular.
• Example: The clarity of the lake water was remarkable, allowing them to see the bottom.
• Meaning: Extremely large or great.
• Example: The ancient ruins were a colossal testament to the civilization’s grandeur.
• Meaning: Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way.
• Example: Her argument was compelling and convinced everyone in the room.
• Meaning: To cause surprise or confusion in (someone), especially by acting against their expectations.
• Example: The unexpected turn of events confounded everyone involved.
• Meaning: Standing out so as to be clearly visible.
• Example: Her red coat made her conspicuous in the crowd.
• Meaning: To look thoughtfully for a long time at.
• Example: He sat on the bench, contemplating the beauty of the sunset.
• Meaning: A confusing and difficult problem or question.
• Example: Solving this conundrum required a lot of creative thinking.
• Meaning: Giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation.
• Example: They spent the evening in a cozy cabin by the fire.
• Meaning: (of a substance) firm, dry, and brittle, especially in a way considered pleasing or attractive.
• Example: The crisp autumn leaves crunched under their feet as they walked.
• Meaning: Having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure.
• Example: He left a cryptic message that no one could understand.
• Meaning: Extremely bright, especially so as to blind the eyes temporarily.
• Example: The fireworks display was dazzling, lighting up the night sky.
• Meaning: In an acutely disturbed state of mind resulting from illness or intoxication and characterized by restlessness, illusions, and incoherence.
• Example: He was delirious with fever and needed immediate medical attention.
• Meaning: Having or showing care and conscientiousness in one’s work or duties.
• Example: She was diligent in her studies and always turned in her assignments on time.
• Meaning: Careful and circumspect in one’s speech or actions, especially in order to avoid causing offense or to gain an advantage.
• Example: He was discreet in handling the sensitive information.
• Meaning: Depressing; dreary.
• Example: The weather was dismal, with constant rain and grey skies.
• Meaning: Far away in space or time.
• Example: The distant mountains were barely visible through the haze.
• Meaning: (of a person or their behavior) unconventional and slightly strange.
• Example: His eccentric behavior made him the talk of the town.
• Meaning: (of a liquid) giving off bubbles; fizzy.
• Example: Her effervescent personality made her the life of the party.
• Meaning: Ecstatically happy.
• Example: She was elated when she received the job offer.
• Meaning: Filled with delight; charmed.
• Example: The enchanted forest was like something out of a fairy tale.
• Meaning: An attempt to achieve a goal.
• Example: Their endeavor to climb the mountain was fraught with challenges.
• Meaning: Difficult to interpret or understand; mysterious.
• Example: Her smile was enigmatic, leaving him wondering what she was thinking.
• Meaning: Capturing and holding one’s attention; fascinating.
• Example: The magician’s performance was enthralling, leaving the audience in awe.
• Meaning: Lasting for a very short time.
• Example: The beauty of the sunset was ephemeral, fading quickly into the night.
• Meaning: Extremely beautiful and, typically, delicate.
• Example: The artist’s work was exquisite, with fine details that took your breath away.
• Meaning: Extraordinary, especially extraordinarily large.
• Example: They lived in a fabulous mansion with stunning views of the ocean.
• Meaning: Imaginative and fanciful; unrealistic.
• Example: The story was filled with fantastical creatures and magical adventures.
• Meaning: Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.
• Example: The old man’s voice was feeble, barely audible over the noise.
• Meaning: Having or displaying an intense or ferocious aggressiveness.
• Example: The fierce competition kept everyone on their toes.
• Example: They shared a fleeting glance before going their separate ways.
• Meaning: To grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.
• Example: The small business began to flourish after the new marketing strategy was implemented.
• Meaning: (of an object) easily broken or damaged.
• Example: The fragile vase shattered into pieces when it fell.
• Meaning: Distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion.
• Example: She made a frantic call to the police when she realized her child was missing.
• Meaning: Shining with a sparkling light.
• Example: The morning dew left the grass glistening under the sun.
• Meaning: Characterized by elegance or beauty of form, manner, movement, or speech.
• Example: The dancer moved in a graceful manner across the stage.
• Meaning: Fond of company; sociable.
• Example: The gregarious student made friends quickly in her new school.
• Meaning: Causing repulsion or horror; grisly.
• Example: The movie was so gruesome that many viewers left the theater.
• Meaning: Lacking any obvious principle of organization.
• Example: The books were stacked in a haphazard fashion on the table.
• Meaning: Forming a pleasing or consistent whole.
• Example: The choir’s harmonious singing captivated the audience.
• Meaning: Poignant and evocative; difficult to ignore or forget.
• Example: The haunting melody lingered in my mind long after the concert ended.
• Meaning: Sincere; deeply and strongly felt.
• Example: She gave a heartfelt apology for her mistakes.
• Meaning: Requiring great strength or effort.
• Example: Moving the heavy furniture was a herculean task.
• Meaning: Tentative, unsure, or slow in acting or speaking.
• Example: She was hesitant to share her opinion in the meeting.
• Meaning: Having a calm and still silence.
• Example: The room was hushed as the judge entered.
• Meaning: Extremely happy, peaceful, or picturesque.
• Example: They spent a week in an idyllic cottage by the lake.
• Meaning: Providing insight, clarity, or light.
• Example: The professor’s lecture was illuminating and helped us understand the topic better.
• Meaning: Perfectly clean, neat, or tidy.
• Example: She kept her house in immaculate condition.
• Meaning: Grand and impressive in appearance.
• Example: The castle was an imposing structure on the hill.
• Meaning: Emitting light as a result of being heated; full of strong emotion.
• Example: Her incandescent smile brightened the room.
• Meaning: Impossible to subdue or defeat.
• Example: The indomitable spirit of the athletes inspired everyone.
• Meaning: Having a tendency to be overly generous to or lenient with someone.
• Example: The indulgent parents allowed their children to stay up late.
• Meaning: Curious or inquiring.
• Example: The inquisitive child asked endless questions about the world.
• Meaning: Impossible to satisfy.
• Example: She had an insatiable appetite for knowledge.
• Meaning: Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects.
• Example: The insidious disease spread without any obvious symptoms.
• Meaning: Having the effect of inspiring someone.
• Example: The speech was inspiring and motivated everyone to take action.
• Meaning: Fearless; adventurous.
• Example: The intrepid explorer ventured into the unknown wilderness.
• Meaning: Very complicated or detailed.
• Example: The artist created an intricate design on the pottery.
• Meaning: Feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph.
• Example: The team was jubilant after winning the championship.
• Meaning: Displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion or effort; slow and relaxed.
• Example: The hot, languid afternoon made everyone feel sleepy.
• Meaning: Full of or shedding light; bright or shining, especially in the dark.
• Example: The luminous stars lit up the night sky.
• Meaning: Growing luxuriantly.
• Example: The garden was filled with lush greenery and colorful flowers.
• Meaning: Having or showing impressive beauty or dignity.
• Example: The majestic mountains towered over the landscape.
• Meaning: Causing great wonder; extraordinary.
• Example: The fireworks display was absolutely marvelous.
• Meaning: A feeling of pensive sadness, typically with no obvious cause.
• Example: The melancholic tune of the song made me feel nostalgic.
• Meaning: Capturing one’s complete attention as if by magic.
• Example: The dancer’s performance was mesmerizing and held the audience spellbound.
• Meaning: Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.
• Example: He was meticulous in his research, ensuring every detail was accurate.
• Meaning: Full of mirth; merry or amusing.
• Example: The mirthful laughter of the children filled the playground.
• Meaning: Difficult or impossible to understand, explain, or identify.
• Example: The mysterious disappearance of the keys baffled everyone.
• Meaning: In the form of a cloud or haze; hazy.
• Example: His plans for the future were still nebulous and unclear.
• Meaning: (Typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal.
• Example: The villain’s nefarious scheme was eventually uncovered by the hero.
• Meaning: Feeling, evoking, or characterized by nostalgia.
• Example: Looking at old photos always made her feel nostalgic.
• Meaning: Not discovered or known about; uncertain.
• Example: The meaning of the ancient text was obscure to modern scholars.
• Meaning: Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish.
• Example: The opulent mansion was filled with priceless artwork and luxurious furniture.
• Meaning: Seemingly absurd or self-contradictory.
• Example: It is paradoxical that standing is more tiring than walking.
• Meaning: Strange or odd; unusual.
• Example: There was a peculiar smell in the room that no one could identify.
• Meaning: Full of danger or risk.
• Example: The journey through the mountains was perilous due to the steep cliffs and unpredictable weather.
• Meaning: Very remarkable; extraordinary.
• Example: The athlete’s performance was phenomenal, breaking several records.
• Meaning: Not easily upset or excited; calm and peaceful.
• Example: The placid lake was a perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon.
• Meaning: Evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret.
• Example: The poignant film brought tears to the eyes of many viewers.
• Meaning: In its original condition; unspoiled.
• Example: The pristine beaches of the island attracted tourists from around the world.
• Meaning: Remarkably or impressively great in extent, size, or degree.
• Example: The prodigious talent of the young musician amazed everyone.
• Meaning: Very great or intense; having or showing great knowledge or insight.
• Example: The philosopher’s words were profound and thought-provoking.
• Meaning: Sending out light; shining or glowing brightly.
• Example: She looked radiant in her wedding dress.
• Meaning: Uncontrollably exuberant; boisterous.
• Example: The rambunctious children played noisily in the yard.
• Meaning: Delightful; entrancing.
• Example: She looked ravishing in her evening gown.
• Meaning: Able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.
• Example: The resilient community rebuilt their homes after the flood.
• Meaning: Attractive and impressive through being richly colorful or sumptuous.
• Example: The garden was resplendent with a variety of beautiful flowers.
• Meaning: Feeling or showing deep and solemn respect.
• Example: The audience was reverent during the solemn ceremony.
• Meaning: Extravagantly emotional; rapturous.
• Example: The poet’s rhapsodic description of the sunset was captivating.
• Meaning: Strong and healthy; vigorous.
• Example: The robust economy showed no signs of slowing down.
• Meaning: Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.
• Example: Despite the setbacks, she remained sanguine about the project’s success.
• Meaning: Sparkling or shining brightly; brilliantly and excitingly clever or skillful.
• Example: The scintillating performance by the actor earned him a standing ovation.
• Meaning: Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil.
• Example: The serene landscape provided a perfect backdrop for meditation.
• Meaning: Giving the impression that something harmful or evil is happening or will happen.
• Example: The abandoned house had a sinister look about it.
• Meaning: Smooth and glossy; streamlined.
• Example: The sleek design of the new car made it very appealing.
• Meaning: Done or existing alone.
• Example: He enjoyed solitary walks in the park.
• Meaning: Dark or dull in color or tone; gloomy.
• Example: The somber atmosphere at the funeral reflected the deep grief of the family.
• Meaning: Beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way.
• Example: The fireworks display was a spectacular end to the evening.
• Meaning: Holding one’s attention completely as though by magic; fascinating.
• Example: The magician’s spellbinding tricks left the audience in awe.
• Meaning: Performed or occurring as a result of a sudden inner impulse or inclination and without premeditation or external stimulus.
• Example: The crowd broke into spontaneous applause.
• Meaning: Of such excellence, grandeur, or beauty as to inspire great admiration or awe.
• Example: The artist’s sublime work left viewers speechless.
• Meaning: Having the qualities of surrealism; bizarre.
• Example: The surreal landscape looked like something out of a dream.
• Meaning: Tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely.
• Example: The tenacious detective refused to give up on the case.
• Meaning: Very weak or slight.
• Example: The tenuous connection between the two events was hard to prove.
• Meaning: Causing excitement and pleasure; exhilarating.
• Example: The roller coaster ride was a thrilling experience.
• Meaning: Free from disturbance; calm.
• Example: The tranquil garden was a perfect place to relax.
• Meaning: Beyond or above the range of normal or merely physical human experience.
• Example: The view from the mountaintop was a transcendent experience.
• Meaning: Shaking or quivering slightly; timid or nervous.
• Example: Her tremulous voice betrayed her fear during the interview.
• Meaning: Not giving way to pressure; hard or solid.
• Example: His unyielding determination helped him achieve his goals.
• Meaning: Possessing or showing courage or determination.
• Example: The valiant soldiers fought bravely in the battle.
• Meaning: Full of energy and enthusiasm.
• Example: The vibrant city life was a stark contrast to the quiet countryside.
• Meaning: Experienced in the imagination through the feelings or actions of another person.
• Example: She felt a vicarious thrill watching her friend perform on stage.
• Meaning: Strong, healthy, and full of energy.
• Example: He led a vigorous workout session at the gym.
• Meaning: Attractively lively and animated.
• Example: Her vivacious personality made her the life of the party.
• Meaning: Playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way.
• Example: The whimsical decorations at the party delighted the children.
• Meaning: Attractive or appealing in appearance or character.
• Example: Her winsome smile won over everyone she met.
• Meaning: Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing.
• Example: He had a wistful look in his eyes as he reminisced about his childhood.
• Meaning: Inspiring a feeling of wonder or delight; marvelous.
• Example: The wondrous sight of the Northern Lights left us speechless.
• Meaning: Having or showing zeal; fervent.
• Example: The zealous advocate worked tirelessly for the cause.
• Meaning: A soft gentle breeze.
• Example: The zephyr from the ocean brought a refreshing coolness to the air.
• Meaning: Characterized by great enthusiasm and energy.
• Example: She approached every challenge with a zestful attitude.
• Meaning: Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind.
• Example: The adroit artist created a masterpiece with just a few brushstrokes.
• Meaning: Brisk and cheerful readiness.
• Example: She accepted the invitation with alacrity, eager to join the event.
• Meaning: Something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected.
• Example: The scientist noted the anomaly in the data, which indicated a potential discovery.
• Meaning: Understood by few; mysterious or secret.
• Example: The professor’s lecture on arcane topics fascinated the curious students.
• Meaning: Showing a willingness to take surprisingly bold risks.
• Example: The audacious explorer ventured into uncharted territory.
• Meaning: Well-meaning and kindly.
• Example: The benevolent philanthropist donated millions to charity.
• Meaning: Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior.
• Example: The capricious weather made it difficult to plan the picnic.
• Meaning: Providing psychological relief through the open expression of strong emotions.
• Example: Writing in her journal had a cathartic effect, helping her release pent-up feelings.
• Meaning: Kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit.
• Example: The clandestine meeting was held at midnight to avoid detection.
• Meaning: Come together to form one mass or whole.
• Example: The different factions coalesced to form a united front.
• Meaning: Confident, stylish, and charming.
• Example: The debonair gentleman captivated everyone at the party with his charm.
• Meaning: Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.
• Example: Her eloquent speech moved the audience to tears.
• Meaning: Showing or giving emphasis; expressing something forcibly and clearly.
• Example: He was emphatic in his refusal to participate in the scheme.
• Meaning: Filled with or characterized by a lively energy and excitement.
• Example: The children were exuberant as they ran around the playground.
• Meaning: Well-chosen or suited to the circumstances.
• Example: Her felicitous remarks during the meeting impressed her colleagues.
• Meaning: Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking.
• Example: His incisive analysis of the situation revealed the root of the problem.
• Meaning: Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.
• Example: The beauty of the sunset was ineffable, leaving them speechless.
• Meaning: Thin, supple, and graceful.
• Example: The lithe dancer moved with effortless grace across the stage.
• Meaning: Knowing everything.
• Example: The novel was narrated by an omniscient narrator who knew the thoughts and feelings of all the characters.
• Meaning: Having or showing sensitive insight.
• Example: Her perceptive comments during the discussion showed her deep understanding of the topic.
• Meaning: Representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
• Example: The painting is the quintessential example of the artist’s early work.
• Meaning: Having or showing keen mental discernment and good judgment; wise or shrewd.
• Example: The sagacious leader was admired for his wise decisions and strategic thinking.
• Meaning: Occurring or discovered by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
• Example: Their meeting was serendipitous, leading to a long-lasting friendship.
• Meaning: Loyal, reliable, and hardworking.
• Example: The stalwart soldiers stood firm in the face of danger.
• Meaning: Unnecessary, especially through being more than enough.
• Example: The report was filled with superfluous details that did not contribute to the main argument.
• Meaning: Vigorous or incisive in expression or style.
• Example: Her trenchant commentary on social issues made her a respected columnist.
• Meaning: Incapable of being fully explored or understood.
• Example: The depth of the ocean seemed unfathomable to the sailors.

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Overused Words And Alternatives To Use Instead

Being a creative writer can be a lot of fun. Whether you’re writing novels, short stories, fan fiction, or even poetry, you can create worlds. Unfortunately, being a creative writer can also be really challenging. It’s not just difficult to imagine new things all the time—coming up with new and interesting ways to say things is also part of the challenge.

There are some words in creative writing that are terribly overused and common. Luckily, a good dictionary and thesaurus can work wonders on strengthening your writing.

So, we’ve rounded up some of the words writers most often use over and over. We’re not saying you should never use these words, but there are more interesting alternatives you might want to consider next time you sit down to write.

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Writing strong dialogue can be difficult. Not only is it hard to write as people talk, it’s hard to incorporate dialogue naturally into a narrative.

Writers typically default to the straightforward verb said to indicate dialogue. This is not always a problem; readers tend to skim over the word without noticing its overuse. However, said isn’t always the only (or best) word you can use. For example:

He said, “She is really smart.”

She said, “No, she is not.”

He said, “Yes, she is.”

Zzzz … snoozefest.

There are lots of good alternatives for said to make dialogue a lot more dynamic and engaging. For example, you could substitute said with a verb like:

• articulated

Check out that same dialogue (from above) with our new words:

He asserted, “She is really smart.”

She retorted, “No, she is not.”

He concluded, “Yes, she is.”

OK, still not the most exciting dialogue ever, but you get the point.

Another verb that can be quickly overused in creative writing is moved .

It’s the most bread-and-butter word to express that a character is doing some kind of action. But, like said , it can get really boring. Not only that, it’s not as descriptive as some alternative verbs, such as:

The word moved can serve an important purpose, but if you find yourself using it too many times, try one of these instead.

Amazing is an amazing word. And it’s  so amazing how many amazing uses it has.

Is your head spinning yet? Do you really understand what we’re trying to say?

Amazing has the distinction of being not only an overused word in creative writing, but also in daily life.

While amazing initially referred to something that causes astonishment or wonderment, now it is used to refer to anything a notch up from “just OK.”

If you find yourself reaching for this adjective, try to drill down and really think about what you’re trying to express. Some alternatives are:

• unbelievable

Very is a modifier that we use all the time in daily life, no problem-o. On the page, though, very is kind of flat. It’s an adverb that’s used for emphasis, but if it’s overused it loses some of its punch.

Instead of using very a hundred million times in your creative writing (and definitely don’t use it more than once in a row, like “this is very, very, very boring”), there are tons of other alternatives you can use for emphasis. Some of our favorites adverbs are:

That said, sometimes it’s enough to let the narrative speak for itself. If you’re tempted to use a modifier for emphasis, go back over the sentence and ask yourself if it’s truly necessary. Sometimes a light touch, like  very , can actually be best.

Love is a wonderful thing. We love love. Who doesn’t?

But love is a word whose meaning is notoriously hard to pin down. When you’re writing about feelings of great affection, romantic or otherwise, love might seem like an obvious word to use. But we recommend using the word love sparingly, like nutmeg. Or salt. Love can be either a noun or a verb. If you’re using love as a noun, such as “I felt a strong feeling of love,” consider some of the following alternatives:

• infatuation
• appreciation

If you’re using love as a verb, as in “I love you,” we recommend some of these alternatives:

• be attached to

There’s nothing wrong with the classic love , but consider some of these options next time you put pen to paper.

Look is another basic verb that is often overused, similar to said and moved . In boring writing, characters are always just looking, whether at objects or each other.

But there are so many more exciting ways to describe someone experiencing something via sight.

For example, there are verbs like:

fAh, thing. We’ve saved the worst for last. No offense to The Thing , thing is like a lead balloon in the middle of a story.

We have an entire thesaurus (and dictionary of course) full of thousands of vibrant, specific, interesting words to replace the imprecise, overworked noun thing .

Next time you find yourself describing something as a thing , take another pass at it. Dig in deep and use a word that really conveys what you’re talking about. Consider if the thing you’re referring to is an emotion, a particular object, or an idea and, then, name it.

The thesaurus is your friend. Don’t hesitate to pull it up and take a look around to find the bon mot , the just-right word or expression, to take the place of thing .

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Say it Better: Using Synonyms as a Writer

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Want to making your writing clearer? Using synonyms in your writing is an easy way to connect with your audience and keep your writing fresh. Today we share 10 tips for how to use synonyms and choose the right words everytime you write.

Have you ever caught yourself in the middle of writing and notice you’ve been using the same word or expression over and over? Did you ever feel stuck because you were striving for variety but were having difficulty finding the right words?

Keeping a limited and mind-numbing vocabulary is certainly no one’s idea of fun. Writer or not, it takes a while to expand knowledge on word stock.

Simple rephrasing or rewording sometimes doesn’t work. There’s context and structure to consider. Being able to refer to the same thing in varying ways is what makes writing a formidable skill to master. Consistency in pursuing knowledge and practice is what makes an excellent wordsmith. 

Here are some ways to help you in becoming an expert scribe and finally master the use of synonyms in your writing once and for all.  

1. Observe and Replace

Self-awareness of what words you choose to use is the key to becoming a better writer. Observe the words or key phrases you always use. Research for alternatives.

Once you identify which words need changed, slowly replace the ones you regularly use with their alternatives. If you use them enough, eventually it will stick. You can make it a goal to work on 5 phrases or words at a time. 

2. Gauge Word Fit Based on Context

A thesaurus is a great tool to help broaden word choice, but it’s not always easy enough to just pick any old word from a list. Don’t substitute words without considering context. While it presents you with words that are related to what you have, they may have slightly different definitions.

Consider the yellow bananas above. If you call them mouth-watering, this paints an entirely different meaning than you might if you just called them delicious.

This is why they say in order to improve one’s writing style, the person must also be willing to invest time reading. By reading, you observe what makes sense to use by noticing how words differ in meaning and usage.

There are also some instances, like learning colloquial terms, which can be learned by conversing and interacting with people which brings us to our next point.

3. Maintain a Record of New words You Encounter

One of the things you may want to consider including in your writer’s notebook is maintaining a record of new words you come across.

Take note of their meaning and how they were being used. Cite examples.

Doing so will allow you to easily recall and use them when needed. Try to use them in your day to day conversations to grow accustomed to it.

Keeping track of your favorite synonyms and jotting down different ways to say something can help you with writing dialogue and also improving the revision process of your work.

4. Enhance your writing style with Euphemisms

Euphemisms are the “nice words” we say when other words might be too strong. Unless it was your intention to be blunt or harsh, a good grasp of euphemisms can help improve your communication style and avoid miscommunication.  

5. Use Idioms to Spice It Up

Idiomatic expressions can make a reader pause, think and evaluate a situation.There are instances wherein using idioms can help denote cultural aspects as well.

The trick with using idioms in your writing is to use them sparingly and only when absolutely necessary – you don’t want to risk your work sounding cliché.

Here are some interesting idioms you can use as synonyms while writing:

6. Be Precise

Merely using an adjective is not going to provide a reader with the most vivid picture of what’s going on. Take the time to use the surroundings as means of comparison or contrast. These are some ways you can say it better:

The room is hot. → The room’s temperature is oven-like. John is tall. → John almost reaches the ceiling. He is noticeable. → You will not miss his presence once he enters the room. She is very beautiful. → Her face could stop the traffic whenever she crosses the street. The house is very messy. → The house is akin to a big dumpsite. You would take hours rummaging through the household items to find what you need.

7. Avoid the use of “very.”

The author of Dead Poets Society, N.H Kleinbaum, pointed out that using “very” to describe something is an act of laziness, to which we absolutely agree! For lack of apt words to describe something, people tend to insert the word “very” to up the degree of the adjective. This can be avoided by introducing new words into your vocabulary to properly portray the intensity you aim for. Case in point:

8. D evelop a love for stories and creative pieces.

Keep a pile of nonfiction novels for a good read. This form of writing exposes you to different approaches to describing a scene or situation. Best selling authors have acquired the skill of using words and phrases to perfectly paint a clear picture or situation. They take you to the plot and let you imagine what happens next as if you were there.

9. Take vocabulary quizzes.

There are quite a lot of vocabulary quizzes you can take online. You can learn something new and have fun at the same time. 

Merriam-Webster for one has become crafty by coming up with an online quiz they call, “How Strong Is Your Vocabulary” which you have to answer in 10 seconds. Enhancing the inner thesaurus in you does not have to be boring. Always challenge yourself. Aim to continuously improve your communication skills.

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10. Offer to edit other people’s work

Editing other people’s write-up could make you keen on frequently committed errors in grammar, flow, clarity, etc. It could help you pick up new words, learn alternative ways to say things and acquaint yourself with other styles of writing. You could harvest new learnings from what you are reading and editing. 

There’s nothing you will regret from opting to expand your vocabulary and enhance your communication style. Learning to write using synonyms and say things better will make it easier for you to interact with people better and be clearer with your intentions.

Do you have any tips for writing with synonyms and choosing words for your writing? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below!

Eric Pangburn is a freelance writer who shares his best tips with other writers here at ThinkWritten. When not writing, he enjoys coaching basketball and spending time with his family.

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The Best Thesaurus for Writers (Best 9 Tested & Solved)

You’re probably looking for the best thesaurus for writers. Maybe you are looking to enhance a sentence, letter, email, blog post, or story.

Whatever the reason, finding that exact right word can sometimes make all the difference between writing that is ho-hum or humdinger .

What is the best thesaurus for writers?

The best thesaurus for writers depends on your purpose. The best thesaurus for writers who want to enhance their writing long-term is the Oxford American Writer’s Thesaurus. The best thesaurus for authors who want a quick fix to a sentence is Thesaurus.com. There are also 7 other good thesauruses .

In this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the best thesaurus for writers.

Why Is the Oxford American Writer’s Thesaurus the Best Thesaurus for Writers Who Want to Improve Their Writing Long-Term?

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The Oxford American Writer’s Thesaurus is the best thesaurus for writers for the long-term advancement of their craft because it goes far beyond simply providing a list of synonyms (alternative words).

Any old thesaurus can do that.

Rather, it is the most comprehensive, most intuitively categorized, and most conducive to actual language learning. The latter is the key to not only enhanced writing of a singular sentence but enhanced writing on all future sentences.

In a way, it is the writer’s version of the parable about giving a man (or woman) a fish versus teaching him (or her) how to fish.

(According to the parable, if you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day, but if you teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime). If you are looking for a thesaurus that will feed your inner writer for a lifetime, this is absolutely the one for you.

Special Features for Writers

• Scope of word choice • Comprehensive (writers often find more options with this resource than other options) • Synonyms closer to the meaning of the root word searched • Multiple meanings • Part of speech of main entry word (plus additional parts of speech) • Synonyms for each meaning • Examples for how to use the word in a sentence • Different words with the same spelling • Specialist field (medicine, etc.) • Personal observations from contributing authors (scattered throughout the text)

In the back of the thesaurus, you’ll find a Language Guide with a number of helpful resources, including the following: (examples in parentheses)

• List of capitalization and italicizing rules and guidelines • List of punctuation along with proper usage (examples included) • List of related thematic words by type and subtype (Technology, Music, Psychological Disorders, Computer and Internet Terms, Types of Poems, Fashion, Transportation, Society, etc.) – trust me, this section is crazy comprehensive! • List of archaic words (life, grimalkin, and pismire) • List of Latin phrases with their meanings (amor nummi = love of money) • List of literary words used most often in poetry or other elevated writing (disenthrall, hyperborean, and divers)

Probably one of the most useful features of the thesaurus is how it supports choosing the right word with the right meaning. Word associations, word links, and noted incorrect usage assist you in avoiding embarrassing narrative mistakes.

It is basically a writer’s best friend.

Also, a benefit of owning a physical hardcopy of the thesaurus is that the mere activity of searching for the right word by flipping actual pages will more deeply imprint new vocabulary in your mind than mere “click-and-scroll” online searches (which are easier and more accessible but less mentally and physically engaging).

The title of the introduction to the Oxford American Writer’s Thesaurus, written by Ben Zimmer, says it all: Remodeling the “Warehouse of Roget”: How the Thesaurus is Being Reinvented as a Writer’s Tool.

Why Is thesaurus.com the Best Thesaurus for Writers Who Want a Quick Fix to a Sentence?

The main reason thesaurus.com is the best for quick answers to word problems is that it is online and accessible from any internet-connected device. It is by far the best online thesaurus for writers.

It doesn’t matter if you’re using your phone, tablet, laptop, or desktop (or some other future device), you can access thesaurus.com.

This means you don’t even have to walk across the room to the bookshelf to pull out the book and flip through the pages.

A simple word search will present you with many alternate terms.

A few newer updates to the site make it even more helpful. The site now provides color-coded search results based on relevance to your root search term.

The latest update is to include a typable box we can actually write out your sentence using different words in the search results. That means you can actually see multiple variations of your root word in action and actual sentences.

This takes all the effort out of wondering how different synonyms will sound in your sentence. You can type in any sentence you want and replace the root or keyword with the different words in the search results. I can’t tell you how much I love this feature.

When you want to find the right word fast, there’s simply no better thesaurus for writers online.

How to Use the Best Thesaurus for Writers

What I love most about the Oxford American Writer’s Thesaurus are the structure and organization.

Simple alphabetical indexing allows you to find synonyms easily and quickly.

Then you also get all the added features like multiple meanings, example phrases, and sentences and noted commonly misused words.

Let’s say you’re trying to find another word for assume . You just don’t think your Southern tobacco farmer would use it. No problem. You open the thesaurus, flip to the A’s, and locate the term.

What you notice right away about the entry for assuming is that it is a verb. You read a sample sentence. You see several possible alternatives such as presume, deduce, infer and reckon.

Reckon . The moment you lay eyes on it, you know instinctively that it’s the perfect word choice.

Ok, but gut-check aside, how do you know when you’ve found the right word? The right word…

• Matches the tone of the rest of the sentence
• Matches your voice and style
• Enhances clarity (instead of fogs the point)
• Matches the simplicity of the sentence (and writing piece)

Should Writers Even Use a Thesaurus?

Have you ever questioned the thesaurus? That may sound like a strange question, but the truth is that the thesaurus has a bad name. Many writing teachers (ahem, I’m looking at you Mr. King) warn writers to toss them out with the adverbs.

But what is wrong with using a thesaurus for writing? Do professional writers use them? Do content writers use the thesaurus? And, if so, what do writers use the thesaurus for?

Such is the controversy of the thesaurus. But why?

So many questions. Let’s see if we can get to the crux of the issue. The truth is that there is absolutely nothing wrong with using a thesaurus. Nothing at all.

The reason some writers and teachers loathe thesauruses lies in not the existence of the resource (it’s not that the Thesaurus itself is somehow bad or wrong), but in the misuse of the resource.

You see, many beginner writers stumble over the Thesaurus.

They reach for it when they are better served to get out the first messy draft.

Then thumb through pages when their writing might need that simple, direct term at the top of their mind. This is how the thesaurus became a crutch for lazy thinking.

So, it’s not really about torching your thesaurus in the name of artistic purity. It’s not really about scoffing at a resource for expanding our vocabulary. It comes down to two essential writing skills: timing and judgment.

This, naturally, brings us to when to best use (and when not to use) a thesaurus. The recommendations may surprise you.

When to Use a Thesaurus for Writers

Take the following guidelines into consideration when deciding when to pull out the thesaurus.

The most effective times to use a thesaurus:

• To find the right or better word
• To understand the meaning of a word more deeply
• To rewrite or edit your writing
• To search and replace overused words (most writers tend to repeat the same words and phrases. A thesaurus can help add fresh words by replacing repeated words with different and, hopefully, better words)

In other words, use the thesaurus not as a crutch but as a catapult. Avoid overuse. Don’t rely on a thesaurus as a shortcut to critical thinking.

Constant or even intermittent searches for the right word can interrupt the flow of the creative phase of writing. Save your thesaurus for the editing phase.

When Not to Use a Thesaurus

Just as importantly, there are times not to use a thesaurus. If you overuse a thesaurus, your writing will often come across as distant, cold, pretentious, and try-hard. Nobody wants that.

Here are times not to use the thesaurus…

When You Don’t Understand the Word

Don’t use a word if you don’t 100% understand its meaning. At best, a wrong meaning will cause confusion; at worst, a negative evaluation of writing quality.

When You Are Trying to Sound Smart

I don’t really think this point needs elaboration. A big word can look out of place if plunked there alone without a context of other big words.

And a grouping of big words is intimidating. Scholarly articles might require so-called “five dollars” words, but most other writing benefits from simplicity and clarity.

The other downside (and its major) is that trying to sound smart instead of smartly choosing the right word distances you from the reader. This snobby type of writing can put off the very readers you want to embrace with open arms.

When a Shorter, Simpler Word Would Do

Einstein said it best: “Things should be as simple as possible, but no simpler.”

The smart word choice is almost always the shorter choice. Clarity trumps captivating every time. How can a reader be mesmerized if they are confused?

List of Other Useful Thesauruses for Writers

As a writer, you have many choices for a thesaurus. Some are more specific and helpful to authors of fiction, while others are useful to all types of writers. Scan the list below, take note of any that stick out to you, and check out those options.

• Emotional thesaurus (Just like it sounds, it’s a list of descriptive emotional words and phrases. Many writers sweat by it)
• Emotional Wound Thesaurus (Emotions leave scars. This tool gives you all the ways to describe those wounds on the page)
• Thesaurus of the senses (Thesaurus that helps you describe using the five senses)
• Positive Trait Thesaurus (Thesaurus of positive character traits for fiction)
• Negative Trait Thesaurus (Thesaurus of negative character traits for fiction)
• The Power Thesaurus (online crowdsourced thesaurus)
• The Well-Spoken Thesaurus: The Most Powerful Ways to Say Everyday Words and Phrases (This may come in handy when writing fiction or nonfiction)
• Misc. Thesaurus Collections (Various categories from the Writer’s Helping Writers website)

Final Thoughts

Here’s a quick summary:

• The best thesaurus for writers (long-term): Oxford American Writer’s Thesaurus
• The best thesaurus for writers for quick fixes: www.thesaurus.com

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A and B active, adulterous, adventurous, affectionate, aflame, aggressive, alluring, amorous, amorphous, ample, appealing, ardent, audacious, avid, awkward, barbarous, belligerent, bewitching, bitchy, bitter, bloody, bone-dry, bony, Botoxed, boyish, brash, brutal, busy C cadaverous, callous, capable, capacious, careworn, carnivorous, caustic, cautious, cavernous, chaste, cheerful, cheery, childlike, clumsy, coarse, coherent, cold, complacent, conspicuous, contemptuous, corrugated, critical, crooked, cruel, crumpled, cynical D and E dainty, dead, delectable, delicate, delicious, demanding, demure, desirous, desiccated, determined, devilish, disdainful, dispirited, disrespectful, dissatisfied, doll-like, dour, downcast, droll, dry, eager, effeminate, elastic, electric, eloquent, energetic, enigmatic, enthusiastic, evil, expectant, experienced, expressionless, expressive, exquisite F and G fascinating, fevered, feverish, fine, firm, flaccid, flat, flawless, fleshy, flexible, flirtatious, foolish, forceful, formless, foul, fragile, fragrant, frigid, frothy, full, furrowed, furtive, generous, gentle, girlie, girlish, glassy, glib, glossy, gnomish, goofy, grave, greasy, greedy, grim, grotesque H and I hard, haughty, heartless, heavy, helpless, heretical, hesitant, honeyed, hungry, icy, impassioned, impassive, impatient, imperious, impertinent, impetuous, implacable, impudent, incoherent, inflamed, inflexible, innocent, insatiable, inscrutable, insubstantial, intractable, inviolate, irreverent J to M juicy, kissable, lax, leathery, lecherous, lewd, libelous, libidinous, licentious, lifeless, loathsome, loose, lopsided, lovable, luscious, lush, lustful, malicious, manly, masculine, masterful, meager, meaty, merciless, merry, mischievous, misshapen, moist, motionless, mute, mutinous N to P narrow, nasty, naughty, nervous, numb, obstinate, oily, oversized, passionate, pathetic, pebbly, perfect, perfumed, petulant, pinched, piquant, playful, pliable, pliant, plump, practiced, prim, prodigious, profane, proficient, prominent, proud, provocative, puffy, pugnacious Q and R querulous, randy, rapacious, ravenous, raw, relentless, reluctant, repulsive, resolute, responsive, restless, reticent, reverent, rigid, ripe, rough, rubbery, ruthless S sacrilegious, sad, sarcastic, sardonic, sassy, satirical, saucy, savage, scabrous, scaly, scornful, scurrilous, seductive, sensitive, sensuous, serious, sexy , shapeless, shrunken, silent, silky, sinful, skillful, slack, slick, slippery, sloppy, smooth, soft, sore, sour, spicy, stained, starving, stern, sticky, stiff, stony, strong, stubborn, submissive, succulent, sulky, sullen, sultry, sunken, sweet, swollen T and U talented, tense, tentative, thick, thin, thirsty, tight, timid, toothless, tough, traitorous, tremulous, truculent, ugly , uncertain, uncooperative, unrelenting, unresponsive, unsatisfied, unsmiling, unwilling, unyielding, upturned V to Y vacuous, virgin, voluble, voluptuous, voracious, vulgar, wanton, warm, waspish, waxen, well-cut, wet, wide, willing, winsome, wistful, withered, witty, wormy, worshipful, wrinkled, wry, yielding, youthful Adjectives (2): Upper Lip Although some of these adjectives might suit lips or mouth , they excel for describing the upper lip: B to W bifurcated, bushy, clean-shaven, furry, hairless, hairy, long, mustachioed, naked, perspiring, short, stubbly, sweaty, whiskered Adjectives (3): Lower Lip Likewise for the lower lip: D to S droopy, exaggerated, floppy, generous, missing, non-existent, pendulous, sagging, soul-patched, split, square-cut Adjectives (Misc.) Besides describing lips and mouths, writers can: Describe the teeth , or mention missing teeth Describe a person’s smile . Similes and Metaphors When creating comparisons, familiar animals are a good place to start. Readers know what they look like and will conjure an immediate image of the lips so compared. Some of the following act as adjectives, while others function best in as or like similes. For example: Fred had horse lips . Fred had lips that looked like they belonged on a horse . A to Z angel fish, apish, baboon, baboon’s butt, bestial, bovine, camel, Cheshire cat [cliché], chimpanzee, chipmunk, dead fish, duck, frog, giraffe, goldfish, horse, largemouth bass, leeches, lizard, porcupine’s back, raw oysters, reptilian, serpentine, simian, squirrel, toad, twin slugs, zebra Other comparisons could include: A to V ancient prunes, angel’s cheek, blow-up doll’s maw, bread dough, cherries, embers, glue, lily petals, overstuffed sausages, pincushion, pinecone, plum, pomegranate blossoms, raspberries, raw liver, rose petals, rosebuds, rubies, sandpaper, satin, suction cups, twin cacti, velvet, vise grips And here are a few more thought starters: awkward as a newborn trying to find Mama’s nipple big ger than someone’s ego deader than a slab of cement dry as the Sahara foul as an overflowing cesspit fragile as butterfly wings large as Texas like a cow chewing its cud moist like morning dew more brutal than a pounding sledgehammer smelly as an old sock Foods excel as color substitutes. Words such as cherry , bubble-gum , and tangerine capture color, scent, and taste. In a modern novel, lipstick and stage makeup allow lips to be almost any color. Not so in a Victorian-era piece. A to W anemone-pink, ashen, bloodless, bubble-gum, burgundy, carnelian, cherry, colorless, coral, coralline-red, cotton-candy, crimson, flamingo, florid, freckled, golden, grey/gray, licorice-twist, pale, pallid, pasty, peach, pink, purple, red, rosy, ruddy, seashell-pink, sunburnt, sunset-scarlet, swarthy, tangerine, vermillion, wan, wine-red See also 1000+ Ways to Describe Colors . Many of the following words function well in similes or can be converted to adjectives by adding suffixes such as –like , -ish , or –esque . A to Y apical, asymmetrical, bleeding heart, blimp, bow, cherry pie, cinnamon roll, cinnamon-heart, doughnut, fishy, goldfish, heart, inner tube, O-ring, peaked, petal (name specific flower), shapeless, shapely, sharp, stop sign, unsymmetrical, toilet boil, urinal, watermelon, wedding ring, yield sign Some verbs relay feelings or senses of the POV character, while others are appropriate for secondary players. Consider antonyms. Rather than belittle , a mother’s lips might praise her child. Instead of relaxing his lips, an uptight worrywart might tense them. You might prefer to pair many of these verbs with characters themselves rather than their body parts. Listen to your writer’s voice and choose what works best for you. B to R belittle, blister, burn, caress, clamp, clench, close, coax, coerce, compress, contort, crack, crimp, criticize, curl, denounce, deprecate, dribble, drool, entice, force, fuse, gossip, graze, heal, insult, kiss, loosen, lure, meld, open, perspire, practice, press, pucker, purse, quirk, relax, respond S to Y salivate, scrunch, seal, slaver, slide, slither, slobber, smart, smooch, sparkle, spasm, spit, squirm, squish together, sting, stretch, suck, sweat, swell, tempt, throb, tighten, tingle, turn down, turn up, twist, ulcerate, unlock, yield Inventing nouns to replace lips or mouth can lead to silent snickers while you hunch over your keyboard or pore through your favorite thesaurus. Try some of these. B to Y bazoo, blower, bragger, cakehole, chops, doughnut disposal, doughnut hole, flycatcher, flytrap, food vacuum, gob, hatch, hot-air vent, jabberjaw, kisser, laughing gear, maw, motormouth, mug slit, mush, muzzle, nagger, oral cavity, oral orifice, phiz slit, pie hole, puss, skull cave, soup sucker, trap, woofer, word hole, yap, yapper, yodeler Add humor, suspense, or atmosphere with well-chosen props. Does your protagonist notice a roll of duct tape on the counter in his apartment, then whip around to see a face -masked intruder with a gag in hand? Duct tape + gag = kidnapping. Or maybe an amorous encounter. Or__________? A to W acne, asthma inhaler, baby bottle, blueberries, chewing tobacco, cigar, cigarette, coughing fit, dirt, duct tape, electric razor, facemask, flute, gag, glitter, handkerchief, intubation tube, kazoo, lipstick, mouth guard, mouth organ, mud pie, mustache, muzzle, nebulizer, oboe, piercings, pimples, pipe, razor, scar, scuba regulator, sneezing, snorkel, soot, soother, spit, spit up, stain, straw, teeth, thumb, tic, tissue, tongue, toothpaste, toothpick, trumpet, veil, wart, whistle Clichés and Idioms That Include Lips or Mouth Some narrators might warrant trite phrases, but it’s usually best to avoid them — except in dialogue. all mouth and trousers: arrogant, brash, brazen born with a silver spoon in one’s mouth: privileged, wealthy by word of mouth: orally, verbally, via gossip down in the mouth: dejected, depressed, glum, sad on everyone’s lips: popular [topic of conversation], trending, widely discussed slip of the lip: inadvertent mistake [while speaking] stiff upper lip: fortitude, resignation, stoicism straight from the horse’s mouth: from a reliable source through word of mouth: orally, person to person, verbally to button one’s lip: hush, keep quiet, shut up, stop talking to foam at the mouth: fume, rage, rant, seethe to give some lip: disrespect, sass, speak rudely to have a stiff upper lip: display fortitude, exercise restraint, remain resolute [in the face of adversity] to have one’s heart in one’s mouth: be afraid , alarmed, apprehensive, or terrified to leave a bad taste in one’s mouth: nauseate, repulse, disgust to live hand to mouth: barely get by, eke out an existence, subsist to lock lips: French kiss, kiss, smooch to look a gift horse in the mouth: be ungrateful, find fault with a gift to mouth off: rant, sass, sound off, spout to pay lip service: agree in public while personally dissenting, pretend to agree to put one’s foot in one’s mouth: blurt, say something tactless; blunder to seal one’s lips: keep a secret, keep classified to shoot one’s mouth off: boast, brag, talk indiscreetly to talk out of both sides of one’s mouth: contradict oneself, lie [usually to please the most people] to zip one’s lip: hush, say nothing, shut up, stop talking Discover more from KathySteinemann.com: Free Resources for Writers Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email. Type your email… Please don't be shy. Leave a reply. Cancel reply Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Notify me of new posts by email. 2 thoughts on “ 600+ Ways to Describe Lips, Mouths: A Word List for Writers ” Hi Kathy, Much more interesting and informative than just ‘asking Google!’ Even with a fertile imagination, there are times when it fails to ‘serve up the goods,’ and time can be wasted searching the, hopefully, temporarily diminished brain-box. That’s the fun part of writing, giving your characters suitable characteristic expressions (and to suit the moment…), and various tics etc., Many thanks. Cheers. Thanks, Joy. I find interesting ideas at images.google.com. The trick is to create a search that will give appropriate results. Some are hilarious. Continued success with your writing and poetry! Choose Your Test Search Blogs By Category College Admissions AP and IB Exams GPA and Coursework 200+ Other Words For Said: Synonyms to Spice up Your Writing General Education One of the words that comes up most commonly in various types of writing, from fiction to academic writing, is the word “said.” Any time a writer is referencing the words or thoughts expressed by another person, whether that be thoughts expressed verbally or in writing, an appropriate way to introduce--or attribute--that person’s thoughts is with the phrase “said.”  But if you’re incorporating a lot of quotations in your writing, you might find yourself repeating  the word “said” a lot. Repeating the same phrase in a piece of writing can start to feel monotonous, which is why incorporating synonyms or an oft-used word or phrase can make your writing more interesting and accurate. But here’s some good news: there are tons of other words for “said” out there for you to use!  To help you build a repertoire of words to replace “said,” we’re going to do the following in this article:  Explain the importance of using word variety and avoiding repetition of the same word in your writing Explain when to use “said” and when not to use “said”  Provide a comprehensive list of alternative words for “said,” organized into categories based on emotion and intention Ready to check out some synonyms for “said”? Then let’s get going! Other Words for Said  To give you the most comprehensive and easy-to-navigate list, we’ve organized our list into two main categories: first, we’re including several lists of other words for “said” by emotion , and second, we’re including several lists of different words for “said” by intention or action . You can decide what meaning you’re trying to express in your writing, and use our lists accordingly! Happy Words to Use Instead of “Said” We’re going to kick off our list by giving you a lot of other words for “said” by emotion, starting with synonyms for “said” that convey a happy, joyful, or positive tone.  Sad Words to Use Instead of “Said”  Sadness is a common emotion expressed in writing--let’s look at a few synonyms for “said” that convey sadness.  Angry Words to Replace “Said” There are a ton of synonyms for “said” that express anger, and we’ve included several of them for you here.  Different Words for “Said” That Express Shock or Surprise When you want to communicate a tone of shock or surprise in your writing, try using these synonyms for “said”!  Other Words for “Said” That Express Fear The last emotion it might be helpful to be able to express accurately and vividly in your writing is fear. Here’s a list of synonyms for “said” that you can use to demonstrate a feeling of fear.  Words to Replace “Said” That Are Expository If you’re working with a quote in which the speaker is clarifying information or explaining something, you can try out these words instead of “said”! Other Words for “Said” That Are Argumentative When you incorporate quotes or dialogue that make an argument, use these synonyms for “said” in your attributions. Words to Use Instead of “Said” That Are Critical  If a speaker in a quote or piece of dialogue is forming a critique, incorporate one of these different words for “said” in your attribution. Words to Use Instead of “Said” That Are Implicative Try using these alternative words for “said” that imply meaning.  Words to Replace “Said” That Seek Information Sometimes you need to include an attribution that shows a speaker is searching for information. These synonyms for “said” can help you establish a tone of inquisitiveness! Words to Replace “Said” That Reveal Information Finally, if you need a word other than “said” that reveals information, try out the options in the list below.  When to Use Different Words for “Said” in Your Writing...And When Not To In most cases, deciding when to use words other than “said” in your writing is up to your discretion. But there are actually some situations when it’s correct to use “said” exclusively to attribute a piece of dialogue or a quote in your writing . This depends on the type of writing, so we’re going to break down the situations when you should definitely use “said” here! The first situation where you can expect to see writers exclusively using “said” is in any type of writing that relies on AP Style . “AP” stands for “Associated Press,” and this set of style guidelines is the standard for journalistic writing. This includes writing for newspapers, magazines, and public relations in the United States. AP Style provides a lot of rules about grammar, spelling, punctuation, and language use, and using “said” for quote attribution is one of those rules. Impartiality and objectivity are two values that are extremely important in journalistic writing. Unlike many synonyms for “said,” which reveal a speaker’s feelings, attitude, or intentions, “said” doesn’t try to interpret the feelings, attitude, or intentions of the speaker. “Said” just states factual information: the words in the quote were spoken by a person or group of people . Using “said” allows the journalist to remain impartial and objective about the information, and it also lets readers interpret the meaning of quoted material on their own.  Technical Writing While not exactly a rule, using “said” is an unspoken expectation for quote attribution in technical writing. Technical writing is a style of writing used in business environments and some scientific fields, like engineering . It’s important for this style of writing to be clear, specific, and, in most cases, concise. In fact, readers of technical writing appreciate a writer’s ability to communicate directly and plainly by using short, direct words. That’s why “said” is the best choice for introducing quotes or paraphrases in technical writing: it’s clear, specific, and concise.  Creative Writing  Creative writing is a third situation that might require you to think strategically about when to use “said.” In creative writing--like fiction, for instance--when and how often to use “said” is pretty much up for debate. There are a lot of synonyms for “said” that you can use to convey the emotions or intentions of a character in dialogue, but you don’t necessarily have to use some flowery synonym for “said” every time you include a piece of dialogue in creative writing. In fact, sometimes it’s okay to strategically omit attributions altogether.  Here’s one example of a way to present dialogue in creative writing that doesn’t overuse attributions:  “I suppose I didn’t see the point.” Paige shook her head. “It’s not like you would’ve let me go if I’d told you ahead of time.”  “That’s really selfish, Paige.”  Even without attributions for every piece of dialogue in the example above, you can still get an idea of how the characters feel and what their intentions are through the dialogue beats (“She crossed her arms angrily,” and, “Paige shook her head”) . Alternatively, dialogue attributions in creative writing are another place where word variety is important. Your attributions are a great way for you to add emotion and imagery to your work. That means sometimes you might simply use “said,” sometimes you might use a more expressive synonym for “said,” and other times you might forego attributions altogether. Academic Writing One final writing situation where you’ll find yourself needing to make decisions about when to use “said” is academic, research-based writing. In academic writing, it’s important to be clear about who you are quoting and to provide adequate context for the quote you include. For example, if the scholar you’re quoting is making an argument in the quote you include, it would be more accurate to say, “Dr. Garcia argued” or “Dr. Garcia claimed,” instead of “Dr. Garcia said .” Using a quote attribution that gives your reader a clearer sense of the speaker or writer’s purpose and tone.  3 Reasons Why Word Variety Is Important in Writing Word variety is important to any type of writing for three main reasons: using a variety of words can make your writing more engaging, more accurate, and more expressive . First, using a variety of words can make your writing more engaging and interesting for the people who are reading it. In some types of writing, like poetry , repetition is used as a strategic stylistic device. In lots of cases, though, writers repeat the same word because they don’t know its synonyms. After a while, readers might feel a bit exhausted by repetitiveness in a piece of writing. That’s one reason why knowing and using synonyms for commonly repeated words is so important! Second, word variety can make your writing more accurate. For example, while “said” is always going to accurately describe a piece of dialogue or a quote from an outside source, there are words to use instead of “said” that can reveal the intention behind dialogue or the information conveyed in a quote .  Let’s say you incorporate a quote where the author is disagreeing with a point made by a scholar. Sure, you could introduce that quote with, “Dr. Smith said.” But you could be more accurate by introducing the quote with a word that indicates that the quote is going to express disagreement, like, “Dr. Smith countered ” or “Dr. Smith responded .”  Finally, your writing is expressive and vivid when you avoid repetition . When your word choice reflects the emotions or tone expressed by a quote or piece of dialogue that you include in your writing, your readers can get a better sense of your intended meaning. Using synonyms for “said” to create tone and imagery in your writing can help readers better understand your position and make them more willing to buy into your ideas.  What’s Next?  If you’re studying for the verbal portion of your SAT or ACT, we’ve got you covered. Here are our expert guides to the verbal portions of the SAT and ACT , and we even have tips and tricks to help you tackle the essay sections ! 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Ask a Question Below Have any questions about this article or other topics? Ask below and we'll reply! American gymnast Frederick Richard wants to bring his sport to the masses By will graves, published july 12, 2024. All the rites of passage for a teenager were available to Frederick Richard while growing up in the Boston suburbs. Football games. Dances. Parties. Hanging out. Texts would pop into his phone regularly to see if he was up for doing something. And Richard’s response was almost always some version of “thanks, but not today. I’ve got practice.” The invitations to do the “cool things” and the inherent peer pressure that comes along with it were constantly outweighed by the gymnast’s unwavering belief in himself and the incessant pull of his chosen sport, as anonymous and uncool as it is perceived to be — at least when you’re a guy anyway — in the United States. “But I’m addicted to this. I’m addicted to the dream.” A dream that extends far beyond just the Olympics. Don’t get Richard wrong. The charismatic 20-year-old knows when he steps onto the floor at Bercy Arena in Paris on July 27, it will be the culmination of his still very young life’s work. But it is just one step in a plan that extends far beyond any single skill, any single meet, any single medal. The president and founder of “ Frederick Flips ” doesn’t just see himself as just an athlete. He’s a CEO. An influencer . A YouTuber . A budding visionary who counts Muhammad Ali and Michael Jordan among his heroes. And yes, he knows what invoking those names entails. “I’m not trying to copy things and follow paths that have been made,” Richard said. “I’m always like ‘What am I going to do the next 10 years? How do I create this path that’s never been done, this career? It doesn’t exist.’” No, it doesn’t. Men’s gymnastics has been largely an afterthought in the U.S. for decades, often operating in the shadows of a women’s program that regularly churns out gold medalists who reach “first name only” status within the sport. Richard is only too aware that this kind of status doesn’t exist for American men. He’s trying to change that one performance , one viral social media post , one television appearance at a time. “One of my goals is to have someone walk down the street one day and you ask them to name a male gymnast and they actually name a male gymnast,” he said. Which brings the University of Michigan junior to his name. Fred? Frederick? He’s bounced between preferences for a while before settling on both depending on the setting. Sure “Fred” works in the U.S. but “Frederick Richard” — a nod to his French heritage — carries a little more sophistication internationally. If you want to build a brand, after all, you’ve got to know your audience. Richard took a significant step in getting his name — whichever one you settle on — out when he earned bronze in the all-around at the 2023 world championships, the first by an American man at a major international meet in 13 years. It was a massive step for a men’s program that’s been running in place for the better part of a decade. It should have been a joyous moment. It wasn’t. Not exactly anyway. Richard’s high bar routine during the final rotation wasn’t his best. He thought his chances at a medal were gone. Then others in the field struggled too, leading to a result Richard wasn’t sure he deserved. It wasn’t until Great Britain’s James Hall came over to congratulate him that Richard softened. The exchange offered a reminder that for all of the ways Richard is trying to become a crossover star while making his sport more accessible to the masses, the reality is he remains “obsessed with being an athlete, pushing the limits.” Yes, it can be easy to get caught up in everything that goes into trying to build a brand. Yet underneath Richard’s breeziness is a resolve based not on swagger or ambition but something deeper. “And I’m going, ‘I should be doing that.’” Richard has no intention of becoming one of those influencers who become only loosely affiliated with what made them influential in the first place. He only truly feels at home when he’s in the gym with chalk on his hands, tinkering with a routine or a skill or diving into videos of the men he will be competing against in Paris. He knows a medal of any color would be huge for the U.S. program. But why settle for simply getting on the podium? Why not focus on getting to the top even knowing that defending Olympic champion Daiki Hashimoto of Japan will arrive in Paris as a heavy favorite to repeat? That is simply not Richard’s way. When Juda, Richard and the rest of the U.S. team arrived at the world championships last year, there was a sense of relief among the group on having made it. That simply wasn’t good enough for Richard. “(He’s) like, ‘Yeah, but what about the cooler thing? Let’s do the cooler thing and let’s get people to talk about the cooler thing,’” Juda said. Richard is not programmed to aim lower. If he was, maybe he would have bailed on all those weekend practices and gone to a party instead. Maybe he would have let frequently being the only Black athlete at a meet filled with predominantly white competitors get to him. It never did. Partly because he says he always felt accepted. Partly because he understood the opportunity in front of him if he could just stick with it. “Kids look up to these big names,” he said. “But I wasn’t seeing anybody who was Black like me, dominating on the world stage (in men’s gymnastics). ... I wanted to be that person. I wanted the gyms to fill up with Black kids. That’s still one of my big goals. That’s why I do this too.” It’s one of the main priorities in Richard’s ever-evolving “to-do” list. Some of his favorite days are mornings that begin with a brainstorming session with his creative team, one that has expanded over the last year to include two camera operators and a business partner, among others. He switched majors from business to film, TV and media. His long-term goals include expanding his clothing line, doing a little acting and serving as a producer. “Every day I grow, I learn something new,” he said. “Every day I get slightly more clarity on what I want to do, what I want to become. And I just now I just feel like anything’s possible.” That sense of clarity also provides Richard with a sense of freedom. Maybe he sticks everything at the Olympics and comes home with a medal or three in his carry-on. Or maybe he doesn’t. He is putting everything he has into this moment, yes. But he will not let the outcome define him. “(Either way) I’ll go home and live my amazing life that I’m already living,” he said. “So let me have fun showing off, and then I think I’ll show off.” Talk to an Advisor Your Cart ( 0 ) 0 Study Programs Personal Trainer NEW! Group Fitness Instructor Health Coach Medical Exercise Specialist ACE Certification Course Bundles NEW! 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The power of artificial intelligence  (AI) and its ability to improve your effectiveness as a health coach or exercise professional should not be underestimated. Used well, these AI prompt writing tips can free you from some of the potentially mundane tasks that your job requires. Less time writing blogs or trying to figure out what to include in a business plan or on social media , for example, means more time for building your business or for doing things you love outside of work .   The Power of AI Prompts   Making the most of artificial intelligence, such as ChatGPT , Gemini or Copilot , requires that you master the art of writing prompts. The best way to learn is to dive in and see where the “conversation” takes you .    Consider these strategies for writing effective prompts:   Be specific. For example, saying you are a group fitness instructor will give you more personalized results than if you identify yourself as an exercise professional. Also, give your location to receive community-specific responses. Finally, a longer prompt with a lot of details will help the AI narrow its response.   Provide a word count. This can be helpful even if you’re not trying to draft a blog or article. For example, you can ask for “ 300 words to describe the top 6 strategies for …” rather than simply asking your question. That way, you don’t get more information than you need and the AI has limits on what it will create.     Dig deeper with follow-up questions. This is where AI becomes most powerful, as the conversational aspect gives you the opportunity to gain more insight into a particular area or branch off into an entirely new direction that you may not have anticipated . Evaluate each response the AI provides and then use follow-up questions to focus on what you need. AI will often provide long lists or outlines, so dig deeper by saying, “Tell me more about…”   Experiment with tone and style. This might include something like “use a wittier voice” or “write tips for first-time personal training clients.” Telling the AI who your audience is and the style or tone you’re seeking will give you more usable results. For example, you might say , “I am a personal trainer writing a blog for older adult clients abou t balance training. I want to provide practical strategies they can use to add balance exercises to their daily routine , written in a friendly, upbeat style . ”     Read Say Hello to Your New Personal Assistant: How AI Can Save You T ime and Help Build Your Business for examples of AI in action.    Other Uses of AI   AI can be of great use even if you’re not a “writer.” Use it as a brainstorming partner to identify and then improve upon your areas for growth as a professional or to find ways to expand your business. For example, you might ask, “What do investors want to see in a business plan?” or “ What are some creative touches I can add to my social media presence to help me stand out from the competition?”   AI can also take over smaller tasks that drain valuable time from your day. For example, you can use it to draft a welcome email or creative welcome packets for new clients or a list of tips to stay active while on vacation that you can send to clients who are going to miss a week of sessions or classes.   Another fun use of AI involves rewrit ing existing text in a new style or for a new purpose . Maybe you’ve written a short blog and want to turn it into a series of social media posts. You can simply ask the AI to “create 3 social media posts based on the following content.” Or, perhaps you have written something that seems too formal or academic . You can paste it into your prompt and ask AI to rewrite it in a friendlier tone.   Perhaps the most important thing to remember when using AI is that you are the expert and that content provided by AI should not be explicitly trusted. It’s up to you to ensure that what you’re using is credible and accurate . Never lose sight of the fact that it’s your name and credibility on the line. So, be sure that any AI-derived content that you create is evidence-based and actually expresses what you’re trying to express.     Final Thought s   Approach AI with curiosity , not fear. Embracing this evolving technology will allow you to become a more efficient and effective professional . I t may also help you expand your business and reach new clients as you improve your marketing, build your website or enhance your social media efforts. 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