Synonyms : VOCABULARY MIX

This is a list I will be updating. Don't worry I will post it the first one if there is any change in the number of words in the list. Pay attention!

ABILITY - SKILL
ABLE - CAPABLE
ACCURATE - CORRECT
AID - HELP, ASSIST
ALWAYS - CONSTANTLY
ARRIVE - REACH, COME
BAN - FORBID
BRIEF - SHORT
BEGINNING - START
BROAD - WIDE
BUY - PURCHASE
CALM - QUIET
CARE - CONCERN
CAREFUL - CAUTIOUS
COMPLEX - COMPLICATED
CONCRETE - REAL
CONSCIOUS - AWARE
COZY - COMFORTABLE
CRAZY - INSANE
CRUEL - MEAN
DAMAGE - HURT
DETERMINED - CONVINCED
DIE - EXPIRE
DISAGREE - DIFFER
DISPUTE - DEBATE
DIVIDE - SPLIT
DOUBT - MISTRUST
DRASTIC - EXTREME
DREADFUL - TERRIBLE
DRY - ARID
DUBIOUS - DOUBTFUL
DUMB - STUPID

Other ways to say... 2: YOUR OPINION

In my opinion...
If you ask me...
The way I see it...
It seems to me...
As far as I can see it...
As far as I am concerned...
I feel...
I honestly believe that...
From my point of view...
I assume...
I consider...
To me...
I would say...
I believe...
I guess...
To my way of thinking...

AGREEMENT

You got it.
I guess so.
That is exactly how I feel.
Sure.
That's right.
I see what you mean...
I agree.
So do I.
Me too.
Definitely.
You took the words out of my mouth.
I couldn't have said it any better.
You've got a point there.
No doubt about it.


DISAGREEMENT

I find that very difficult to accept.
I disagree.
I am afraid I disagree.
Sorry, but I can't agree with you there.
I don't think so.
I´m not sure about that.
Yes, but...
I agree with you to a point, but...
I understand what you are saying, however...
That's a matter of opinion.
I beg to differ.
On the contrary...
Yes, but don't you think...?

Other ways to say... 1: FEELINGS

Sometimes we repeat the same words time after time. Here you will find synonyms to avoid that behaviour. This would be great for your writings and speaking. Extra vocabulary to be more accurate while talking.

HAPPY

Cheerful
Delighted
Pleased
Amused
Content
On cloud 9
Thrilled
In the 7th heaven
Walking on air
Glad
Euphoric
Ecstatic
In good humor
Joyful


SAD

Unhappy
Miserable
Frustrated
Downcast
Gloomy
Despondent
Devastated
Dissapointed
Dispirited
Blue
Sorrowful
Desolated
Hopeless
Joyless
In heavy spirits
Pessimistic


ANGRY

Irate
Enraged
Touchy
Mad
Cross
Resentful
Indignant
Wound up
Seething
Furious
Grumpy
Irascible
Exasperated
In a temper
At the boiling point


SHOCKED

Taken aback
Lost for words
Tongue-tight
Outraged
Astonished
Speechless
Stunned
Confused
Distress
Disturb
Stupefy


SCARED

Spooked
Agitated
Tense
Apprehensive
Concerned
Bothered
Petrified
Alarmed
Afraid
Terrified
Frightened
Alarmed
Anxious


EXCITED

Stimulated
Agitated
Enthusiastic
Wild
Nervous
Hysterical
Passionate
Inspired
Delirious
Thrilled
Fired
Motivated
Set on fire


WORRIED

Upset
Troubled
Anxious
Perturbed
Disturbed
Bothered
Concerned


BORED

Dull
Sick and tired
Apathetic
Lethargic
Uninterested


CONFIDENT

Sure
Positive
Convinced
Trusting
Assured
Self-reliant
Certain


TIRED

Exhausted
Fatigued
Weary
Sleepy
Consumed
Burned out
Overtaxed
Overworked
Worn-out

Tips for writings: REVIEW

Linkers, connectors and expressions

PERSONAL OPINION, CONTRAST:

• In my opinion
• In my view
• Personally
• As far as I am concerned
• From my point of view
• On (the) one hand..... on the other hand
• On the contrary
• Although
• In spite of / Despite
• Anyhow
• Anyway
• However / Nevertheless
• As I see it
• As far as I know
• I believe / think
• It seems to me that
• I'm convinced that
• To my mind
• I (completely) agree / disagree with
• But

CONCLUSION:

• In short
• Finally
• To sum up
• In conlusion
• In the end
• On balance

ADD INFORMATION:

• And
• Not only.... but also
• As if / As though
• Apart from
• In addition / Besides / Futhermore / What's more / Moreover
• Too 
• As well
• Also
• For instance / For example
• In the same way

RESULT, REASON, CAUSE:

• That's why
• Therefore
• As a result of
• Consequently
• As
• So
• Whereas
• Such a ..... that
• Because (of this)
• The main reason is

TIME, SEQUENCING:

• When
• As
• While
• Meanwhile / In the meantime
• Previously
• Since
• Until then
• Before 
• After
• Later
• Then
• As soon as
• One day
• At midnight
• At first / Firstly
• Secondly
• Afterwards
• In the end / Finally

MOST COMMON EXPRESSIONS IN WRITING:

• According to
• After all
• As a matter of fact
• By the way
• Considering that
• Current events
• Even though
• If I remember right
• In general
• In order to
• It is believed that
• By all means
• By that time
• It is said that
• It's time that
• Otherwise

DO YOU KNOW ANY OTHER EXPRESSION WE CAN ADD TO THE LIST? 

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Tips for writings: SUMMARY

A summary includes only the most important information in an article.

PLAN:

Ideas are organised into one cohesive paragraph with simple language. There are no unnecessary examples, details or personal information. Use only about 60 words.

EXAMPLE: Zoos - Then and now.

• Paragraph 1: Zoos first built for entertainment.
• Paragraph 2: Now zoos are changing. Save animals from extinction.
• Paragraph 3: Zoos now planned differently: take into account health and safety of animals and visitors. Educational role is now important.

Tips for writings: STORY

In a narrative, you are basically telling a story, which can be exciting, serious, informative or amusing.

PLAN:

• Opening: Give details of the time, place, main character and atmosphere.
• Body: Describe the events as they happened.
• Closing: End the story by stating the final details or consequences.

EXAMPLE:     Write a story about an occasion when everything went wrong.

• Opening: Dominic, driver, alone, cold and wet night.
• Body: Car stopped - couldn't fix it - thunderstorm - mobile phone didn't work.
• Closing: Frightened - no help - someone near his car - his father!

USEFUL LANGUAGE:

• When
• While
• Before / After
• As soon as
• By the time
• Until
• During
• Yesterday / the previous day / the following day / a week later...
• It all began when...
• Suddenly
• Meanwhile
• At last / in the end / finally
• Later / next

Tips for writings: FOR AND AGAINST ESSAY

There are often two sides to an issue. When we are asked to discuss such an issue, we should present both sides of the argument objectively.

PLAN:

• Opening: What is the issue? Where do I stand?
• Body: State arguments for and against. Give examples.
• Closing: Refer back to the topic and restate views.

EXAMPLE:     Discuss whether smoking should be prohibited in public places.

• Opening: Smoking is antisocial. Should be banned.
• Body: 
• Arguments against prohibition: affects personal liberties.
• Arguments in favour of prohibition: health risk to others.
• Closing: Goverments should prohibit smoking in public places. Health more important than pleasure.

USEFUL LANGUAGE:

• On the one hand / On the other hand
• In contrast
• Moreover
• Furthermore
• Finally
• In the first place / Firstly
• Secondly
• In conclusion
• To sump up
• In short

Tips for writings: DESCRIPTION OF A PERSON

When we describe a person, we should try to write in such a way that, by the time the reader finishes the description, he/she feels like he/she really knows the person.

PLAN:

• Opening: Introduce the person and describe his/her physical appearance.
• Body: Describe the person's nature and personal characteristics. Give examples.
• Closing: State your personal feelings towards the person you have chosen.

EXAMPLE:     Describe one of your best friends.

• Opening: Diana, average-looking, dark hair, slim...
• Body: Sense of humour, kind, outgoing, curious...
• Closing: I enjoy being with Diana.

USEFUL LANGUAGE:

• Physiscal Appearance
• Tall / Short
• Good-looking / Attractive / Beautiful / Handsome / Pretty / Stunning / Ugly
• Overweight / Underweight / Slim / Fat / Thin 
• Long / Short
• Straight / Curly / Spiky / Wavy / Bald
• Dark / Light 
• Dark skinned / Pale
• Nature and Characteristics
• Quiet
• Has (a/no) sense of humour / Funny 
• Extrovert / Outgoing / Introvert / Shy
• Pleasant
• Kind 
• Wicked
• Boring / Interesting / Intriguing / Fascinating
• Patient / Impatient
• Feelings
• Love
• Hate
• Admire
• Adore
• Despise
• Be fond of
• Intrigue
• Interest
• Bore

Tips for writings: OPINION ESSAY

In an opinion essay, we express and justify our personal opinion on a particular subject.

PLAN:

• Opening: State the topic.
• Body: Give facts and examples. When you introduce a new idea, begin a new paragraph.
• Closing: Say your opinion.

EXAMPLE:     Does the Internet cause more harm than good?

• Opening: Does the Internet cause harm? 
• Body: 
• Internet breaks geographical, social and personal barriers.
• Innocent surfers are not usually harmed by the Internet.
• Closing: If you use the Internet properly, it will change your life!

USEFUL LANGUAGE:

• In my opinion
• As I see it
• It seems to me that
• It is clear that
• I think/feel/believe
• I agree/disagree
• Obviously
• Clearly
• As far as I'm concerned
• Personally
• (Un)Fortunately
• Of course

Tips for writings: PROCESS FOR SUCCESSFUL WRITING

1. BRAINSTORMING
1. Make sure that you have understood the topic. Then very quickly write down all the ideas that you can think of.
2. PLANNING
1. Group similar ideas together.
2. Cross out any irrelevant ideas.
3. Give each group a name.
4. Number the groups in a logical order.
3. FAST WRITING
1. Quickly write down your points for each of the main ideas. If you can't think of a word in English, write it in your own language. Don't write complete sentences and don't worry about spelling. At this stage, your ideas are more important!
4. DRAFTING
1. Now you are ready to begin writing, using your plan from Step 2.
2. Write in pencil. Leave wide margins for notes. Leave space between lines for additions and corrections.
3. Write quickly. Don't worry about neatness or accuracy.
5. IMPROVING
1. When you have finished writing the first draft, you will almost certainly need to improve it. Read your paragraph/essay again and clearly mark the things that you need to improve.
6. GIVING FEEDBACK
1. Read again and make suggestions. Ask for another opinion if neccesary.
7. PRESENTING
1. When you are satisfied with your work, present it in a neat, attractive manner. Be sure to include all your corrections and your paragraphs clearly indicated.