To aid you in your writing adventures, here's a list of words and phrases you may use to brighten up your writings :D
Synonyms
- Contains - comprises, includes, imbues, infuses
- Calculated - premeditated, deliberated, deliberate
- Subdued - resisted, suppressed, stifled
- Clear - explicit, blatant, irrefutable, overt
- Reluctant - enthusiastic, disinclined, hesitant, unwilling
- Coerced into- forced to, compelled to, obligated tom pressured into
- Virtuous - principled, morally-upright, worthy, righteous
- Ominous - menacing, portentous, threatening, ill-omened
- Cruel retort - venomous reply, biting remark, heartless response, spiteful counter
- Risky- Unpredictable, unsafe, hazardous, perilous
- Lonely - Isolated, alienated, secluded, cut-off
- Wrong - disfavour, disservice, offence, abuse, injustice
- Happy - content, pleased, joyful thrilled, blissful, ecstatic
- Sad - sorry, woeful, gloomy, depressing, mournful
- Frustrated - vexed, upset, cross, aggravated, exasperated
- Angered - enraged, outraged, incesed, infuriated
- Dislike - find objectionable qualities in, resent, detest, loathe
- Tragic - dreadful, disastrous, heart-breaking, heart-rending
- Appalling - Dreadful, ghastly, atrocious, abysmal
- Intercede for them - Help, intervene, arbitrate, plead on their behalf
- Grateful - appreciative, thankful, reciprocal
- Obey - submit to, assent to, comply with, conform to, abide by
- Timely - opportune, well-timed, felicitous
- Ambiguous - vague, indeterminate, hazy, loose, questionable
- Final - conclusive, absolute, not open to dispute
Words relating to an attitude
- Naive: Innocent, immature, callow, ignorant, overly simplistic
- Blasé: Nonchalant, laid-back, unconcerned, offhand, flippant
- Serious: Pensive, grave, severe, steady, dependable
- Long-suffering: Patient, forgiving, tolerant, selfless
- PLayful: frivolous, light-hearted, optimi
words relating to a relationship
- Platonic: friendly, companionable, nonphysical, pure, undefiled
- Trust: Confidentiality, accountability, dependability
- Firm: Secure, immovable, steady, sturdy, dependable
- Self-sacrificing: self-denying, forfeits own interests or desires, unconditional, giving
- Reciprocal: mutual, shared, give-and-take, not one-sided
- Intimate: close dear, open with each other, deeply-cherished
*Please do not assume that these are the only words that can be used for their respective categories! There are much more on the links on the useful links page*
Some exercises for you to practice on
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