Practice - Overuse of Grandiose Words
Practice Questions
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Identify a grandiose word in the sentence: 'The phenomenon was exceptional.'
💡 Hint: Look for simpler, more common alternatives.
What is a clearer alternative to the word 'ameliorate'?
💡 Hint: Think of everyday language.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
Using overly complex words can confuse readers. (True/False)
💡 Hint: Think about how you feel when you encounter difficult language.
What is a simpler alternative for 'ameliorate'?
💡 Hint: Consider everyday language.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a piece of your writing and identify two instances of grandiose word use. Replace them with simpler alternatives and rewrite the text.
💡 Hint: Focus on readability and clarity when substituting words.
Create a dialogue between two characters where one uses grandiose language and the other insists on clarity. Then rewrite the dialogue to reflect simpler language.
💡 Hint: Think about the effect of dialogue choice on the audience's understanding.
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