Concrete and Specific Words:
Instead of:
* Good: Excellent, remarkable, impressive, outstanding, exceptional
* Bad: Awful, terrible, horrendous, disastrous, abysmal
* Big: Enormous, gigantic, colossal, massive, vast
* Small: Tiny, miniature, diminutive, petite, minuscule
* Happy: Jubilant, ecstatic, delighted, joyous, exhilarated
* Sad: Devastated, heartbroken, sorrowful, mournful, dejected
* Fast: Lightning-fast, rapid, swift, brisk, zippy
* Slow: Sluggish, languid, lethargic, leisurely, tardy
Instead of:
* He went to work. He rushed into the office, briefcase in hand.
* She was angry. She slammed the door shut, her face contorted in fury.
* The food was delicious. The tender, juicy steak melted in my mouth, the rich gravy coating every bite.
More Examples:
* Instead of "flower," use "rose, sunflower, daisy."
* Instead of "vehicle," use "car, motorcycle, truck."
* Instead of "drink," use "coffee, tea, juice."
* Instead of "color," use "red, blue, green."
Why Use Concrete and Specific Words?
* Create vivid imagery: They help readers visualize the scene and experience the story more fully.
* Enhance understanding: They provide clearer and more precise information.
* Engage the reader: They make writing more interesting and compelling.
* Avoid vagueness: They leave no room for misinterpretation.
Remember, the goal is to make your writing more impactful and engaging for your readers!