Grammar: B1 - 💡 Effective Word Choice & Style - Basics - Lesson 1: Using Synonyms to avoid repetition & enhance meaning
Vocabulary: Effective Word Choice B1 Lesson 1: Using Synonyms to Avoid Repetition What you will learn: By the end of this lesson, you will be able to use synonyms to avoid repetition and choose more precise and powerful words in your writing.
Why It Matters: Boring vs. Interesting Using the same word over and over again can make your writing sound simple and boring. Using synonyms makes your sentences more engaging and professional. 👎 Repetitive Writing We saw a big temple. Then we went to see a big statue. The view from the top of the hill was also big . 👍 Interesting Writing We saw a large temple. Then we went to see a huge statue. The view from the top of the hill was vast . Word Spotlight: Shades of Meaning 🎨 Synonyms don't always mean the exact same thing. They often have a slightly different feeling or connotation . Choosing the right synonym can make your description more precise. Consider the word "walk": walk: A neutral, general word. "I walk to work." stroll: …