Neutral/Formal:
* Replied - For a more formal or direct exchange.
* Asked - When the character is posing a question.
* Explained - When the character is providing detailed information.
* Remarked - For a slightly more formal or thoughtful statement.
* Observed - For a statement made with a sense of objectivity.
* Stated - To emphasize a direct and clear declaration.
Informal/Casual:
* Whispered - For a quiet or secret communication.
* Shouted - For a loud and forceful statement.
* Muttered - For a low and unclear utterance.
* Grumbled - For a statement made with dissatisfaction.
* Asked - More casual than "inquired."
* Told - For a direct and simple statement.
Descriptive/Figurative:
* Chirped - For a light and cheerful statement.
* Snapped - For a sharp and irritated statement.
* Moaned - For a sorrowful or complaining statement.
* Boomed - For a loud and powerful statement.
* Croaked - For a hoarse and weak statement.
* Hissed - For a threatening or angry statement.
Other:
* Added - For a statement that adds to a previous point.
* Continued - For a statement that follows on from a previous one.
* Interjected - For a statement that breaks into a conversation.
* Declared - For a strong and confident statement.
* Proclaimed - For a public announcement.
* Suggested - For a proposal or idea.
Pro-Tip: Use your imagination and the context of the scene to choose the most fitting word. This will make your writing more dynamic and engaging.