Techniques for Using Advanced
Vocabulary
Contextual Substitution: Replace basic words with their
advanced synonyms when the tone is more formal or academic.
Basic: The movie was good. → Advanced: The movie was
exemplary.
Collocation Awareness: Use advanced words where they
naturally fit. For example, "paramount importance" or "swift
response" are common collocations.
Practice Paraphrasing: Take simple sentences and rewrite
them using advanced vocabulary.
Read Widely: Expose yourself to formal English (e.g.,
newspapers, essays, academic texts) to see how these words are
naturally used.
Vocabulary List with Examples
Good Excellent, Exemplary
Her presentation was exemplary, setting a high standard
for the class.
Bad Detrimental, Adverse
Smoking has a detrimental effect on health.
Important Crucial, Paramount
It is paramount that we address climate change
immediately.
Interesting Intriguing, Captivating
The documentary was so intriguing that I watched it
twice.
Cheap Economical, Inexpensive
This brand offers economical solutions for students.
Expensive Costly, Pricey
Repairing the engine turned out to be more costly than
expected.
Fast Rapid, Swift
The company saw a rapid increase in sales after
launching the new product.
Slow Leisurely, Unhurried
They enjoyed a leisurely walk along the beach.
Happy Jubilant, Elated, Ecstatic
She was ecstatic when she received her acceptance
letter.
Sad Melancholy, Despondent
He felt melancholy after moving away from his
hometown.
Easy Effortless, Uncomplicated
The new app makes banking effortless.
Difficult Arduous, Challenging
Climbing the mountain was an arduous task.
Many Numerous, Abundant
There are numerous reasons to support this policy.
Few Scarce, Limited
Clean drinking water is scarce in some regions.
Big Enormous, Immense
The project required an immense amount of planning.
Small Minuscule, Tiny
A minuscule error in the code caused the program to
crash.
Think Contemplate, Ponder
She contemplated changing her career path.
See Observe, Perceive
Scientists observed a new pattern in the experiment.
Tell Inform, Notify
Please inform me if there are any changes to the
schedule.
Understand Comprehend, Grasp
It took me a while to grasp the concept of quantum
physics.
Help Assist, Aid
The volunteers assisted the victims of the flood.
Talk Converse, Discuss
They discussed the matter at length during the meeting.
Build Construct, Erect
The team constructed a shelter in just three days.
Get Obtain, Acquire
You need to acquire a permit before starting construction.
Use Utilize, Employ
Try to utilize your time wisely during the exam.
