16 Boring Words & What to Use Instead. Build richer vocabulary by replacing dull, repetitive words. Free Classroom Poster
16 Boring Words & What to Use Instead
16 Boring Words & What to Use Instead
Does every essay use “nice,” “bad,” or “thing”? This free ESL classroom poster on 16 Boring Words helps students replace generic vocabulary with vivid, precise language. It’s a vocabulary-boosting tool that makes a real difference.
Features of the Poster:
- 16 commonly overused and vague words.
- Stronger alternatives in categories like emotion, description, and action.
- Example sentences showing improved phrasing.
Why It’s Effective: Stronger word choices equal clearer communication. When students develop a broader vocabulary, their writing improves in quality, tone, and reader engagement.
Classroom Ideas:
Vocabulary builder journal task.
Word replacement writing challenges.
Post by the writing board for reference.
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