147 Words to Use Instead of Very. Boost precision and style by replacing weak modifiers. Free Classroom Poster
147 Words to Use Instead of Very
147 Words to Use Instead of Very
The word “very” often weakens writing instead of strengthening it. Why say “very happy” when you can say “thrilled”? This free ESL poster gives students 147 powerful words to replace “very + adjective.”
Why Students Need This:
- “Very” is a filler word that signals a missing vocabulary opportunity.
- Stronger adjectives make writing sharper and more vivid.
Poster Highlights:
- Words grouped by category: emotions, actions, sizes, intensities.
- Visual cues to help remember.
- Bonus tip: Avoid double intensifiers like “very extremely.”
Examples:
- Very cold → Freezing
- Very tired → Exhausted
- Very big → Enormous
Classroom Integration:
Peer editing task: replace “very” five times in a draft. events using 5 new words from the poster.
Vocabulary swap exercises.
Creative writing challenges without using “very.”
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