Sound Smarter
15 Words That Will Make You Sound Smarter
By Sara Lindberg
Updated November 17, 2018
Having
a strong
vocabulary allows you to communicate in a thoughtful and intelligent
way.
Whether
you're trying to land a job, impress your 3rd-period teacher, or nail a
scholarship interview, your ability to choose your words carefully will help
you stand out. But here’s something to consider: overusing complex language can
turn people off, so it’s best to test out a few new words at a time and see
what kind of reaction you get.
Chances
are, you’ve seen (or maybe even used) a few of these words. And while there are
hundreds of words that can make you sound smarter, some are definitely more fun
(and easier) than others to use. So, the next time you're toe-to-toe with
your AP
English teacher, ditch the toady act and impress her with a few of
these scintillating words instead…
Citation
Lindberg, Sara. "15 Words
That Will Make You Sound Smarter." ThoughtCo, Nov. 17,
2018,
thoughtco.com/words-that-will-make-you-sound-smarter-4147291.
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