Overview Language is rich in little things that make a difference to the tone and clarity of what we say. One of these is word choice. An individual word can make a sentence formal, informal, confident, or tentative. The word “concerning” is a classic example; it is widely used in professional and ordinary writing, but sometimes […]
Overview Formal writing is all about clarity, precision and ease of flow. Words such as “despite” are employed to indicate contrast or contradiction But in academic or formal writing, repetition of the same word makes your writing come across as repetitive or unpolished. Understanding how to select the appropriate synonym for “despite” can assist in […]
Overview The way your writing feels can be completely altered by finding the right words. Although it is one of the most overused expressions of positive emotion, the word “happy” is also one of the most common. Whether you’re writing a blog, story, caption, or email, using “happy” too often can make your writing sound […]
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