Overused Words, Have You Noticed? (Part 1)

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Ever noticed that one or two word phrase you repeat over and over. You know the one. The one you use when speaking to someone or replying to someone on social media. It's a part of your everyday vocabulary like most other words. 

Can't think of it? 

Perhaps it has become such a natural response you don't recognize it. 

For me, this word was 'Awesome'. Yes, that's right. Awesome. I used this word for everything it seemed like. In comments on social media, in conversations, and even in my writing. Did I know this? Not at all! It wasn't until a complete stranger remarked that my phrase of 'awesome' was way overused. 

Talk about an eye opener. Nothing slaps you in the face harder than someone you've never met before criticizing a simple comment. Ha! 

Now that I've pointed this out, has that overly used word popped into your mind? I bet it has. 

Since this has been brought to my attention and I've done some research on commonly overused words. This week and next week I will be sharing my findings. Feel free to comment with words you've seen overused and repeated. 

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A lot: Copious, Myriad, Several, Plentiful, Countless, Numerous.

Amazing/Awesome: Fascinating, Incredible, Wonderful, Stunning, Marvelous, Astonishing

Angry: Irate, Enraged, Touchy, Mad, Cross, Resentful, Indignant, Infuriated, Wound up, Worked up, Seething

Also: In addition to, Besides, Moreover, As well as, Furthermore, Additionally

Awesome: Breathtaking, Awe-inspiring, Magnificent, Wonderful, Amazing, Stunning, Staggering, Imposing, Stirring, Impressive

Bad: Awful, Appalling, Rotten, Mean, Dreadful, Nasty, Wicked, Wretched, Deficient, Inferior, Dreadful, Atrocious, Unacceptable, Erroneous

Big: Considerable, Vast, Colossal, Extensive, Substantial, Immense, Ample, Copious

Change: Transform, Modify, Revise, Switch, Transition, Adjust, Alter, Rework

Definitely: Absolutely, Undeniably, Positively, Doubtless, Plainly, Surely, Specifically

Difficult: Thorny, Acute, Pressing, Hot-button, Deep-seated, Puzzling, Challenging, Tricky, Mind-boggling, Complicated, Complex

Easy: Uncomplicated, Effortless, Straightforward, Adept, Amiable, Responsive

Good: Excellent, Amazing, Sensational, Marvelous, Terrific, Splendid, Outstanding, Fantastic, Exceptional, Legendary

Happy: Cheerful, Delighted, Pleased, Ecstatic, Content, Amused, Thrilled, Elated

Interesting: Exciting, Captivating, Engaging, Engrossing, Thrilling, Gripping, Fascinating, Absorbing, Mind-blowing, Invigorating, Electrifying

Nice: Amicable, Amiable, Courteous, Likeable, Gracious, Considerate, Agreeable, Approachable, Charming, Cute

Pretty: Gorgeous, Stunning, Exquisite, Handsome, Dazzling, Sensational, Appealing, Delicious, Mesmerizing 

Sad: Miserable, Frustrated, Distraught, Downcast, On edge, Gloomy, Despondent, Distressed, Dispirited

Scared: Spooked, Agitated, Tense, Apprehensive, Harassed, Concerned, Bothered, Edgy, Unnerved, Petrified, Alarmed

Shocked: Taken aback, Lost for words, Tongue-tight, Flabbergasted, Staggered, Outraged, Astounded, Astonished, Speechless, Stunned, Appalled


To be continued.....