Synonym Finder
Search for synonyms organised by tone and part of speech. Use the notes to pick the right alternative for your context.
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help
verbTo make it easier for someone to do something or improve a situation.
Synonyms
assist
Slightly formal and common in service contexts.
support
Works well when referring to long-term aid.
aid
Suitable for formal writing or large-scale efforts.
back
Casual tone often used in spoken English.
improve
verbTo make or become better.
Synonyms
enhance
Adds a sense of refinement or polish.
boost
Conveys increasing strength or effectiveness.
refine
Focuses on small adjustments toward better quality.
upgrade
Works well for software or product contexts.
important
adjectiveOf great significance or value.
Synonyms
crucial
Highlights a critical or pivotal element.
vital
Suggests something essential to success.
key
Useful in concise writing or presentations.
significant
Adds a formal tone and can quantify impact.
quickly
adverbAt a fast speed; rapidly.
Synonyms
rapidly
Slightly formal and works in technical writing.
swiftly
Adds a descriptive flair to narratives.
promptly
Highlights timeliness and responsibility.
in no time
Conversational tone.
happy
adjectiveFeeling or showing pleasure or contentment.
Synonyms
pleased
Neutral tone; strong fit for direct communication.
delighted
Adds enthusiasm with a formal tone.
thrilled
Conveys high excitement and positivity.
glad
Friendly and casual tone.
problem
nounA matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful.
Synonyms
issue
Useful in business writing to sound solution-oriented.
challenge
Positive framing that invites collaboration.
obstacle
Highlights something blocking progress.
setback
Describes a temporary delay or difficulty.
start
verbTo begin doing something.
Synonyms
initiate
Adds a formal tone and works well in planning contexts.
launch
Perfect for product or campaign releases.
kick off
Casual phrase often used in meetings and events.
commence
Very formal; useful in official notices.
difficult
adjectiveHard to accomplish, deal with, or understand.
Synonyms
challenging
Adds a constructive, growth-focused tone.
tough
Casual; works well in spoken English.
arduous
Formal; emphasises physical or mental strain.
complex
Highlights multiple interconnected elements.
easy
adjectiveAchieved without great effort; presenting few difficulties.
Synonyms
simple
Neutral and common in instructions.
straightforward
Implies clarity and directness.
effortless
Highlights minimal required work.
a breeze
Very casual; great for conversation.
think
verbTo use one's mind actively to form connected ideas.
Synonyms
consider
Suggests careful weighing of options.
ponder
Adds a reflective, almost poetic tone.
reflect
Implies looking back over information.
contemplate
Formal and highlights deep thought.
interesting
adjectiveHolding or arousing curiosity or attention.
Synonyms
engaging
Signals active involvement or attention.
intriguing
Implies something mysterious or unexpected.
captivating
Adds intensity; great for storytelling.
thought-provoking
Highlights intellectual stimulation.
boring
adjectiveNot interesting; tedious.
Synonyms
dull
Common in everyday speech.
monotonous
Highlights repetitive nature.
tedious
Formal; emphasises time-consuming effort.
uneventful
Best for describing stretches of time.
work hard
verbTo apply yourself with great effort.
Synonyms
strive
Formal; suggests determination over time.
give it your all
Very casual; motivational.
labour
Formal; stresses physical or strenuous effort.
push yourself
Encouraging tone for study or training.
explain
verbTo make an idea or situation clear to someone.
Synonyms
clarify
Highlights removing confusion.
elaborate
Implies adding more detail or depth.
illustrate
Useful when examples support the explanation.
outline
Suggests a high-level overview.
example
nounA representative form or pattern; something used to illustrate.
Synonyms
instance
Common in formal explanations.
case
Works well in case studies and business writing.
illustration
Adds a descriptive, teaching tone.
sample
Perfect for tangible, physical demonstrations.
beautiful
adjectivePleasing the senses or mind aesthetically.
Synonyms
gorgeous
Strong compliment; casual to neutral tone.
stunning
Expresses surprise or admiration.
elegant
Formal; reflects refined taste.
picturesque
Great for scenic descriptions.
calm
adjectiveFree from agitation or strong emotion; peaceful.
Synonyms
tranquil
Adds a serene, poetic quality.
composed
Highlights self-control and poise.
serene
Common in literature and meditation contexts.
relaxed
Casual; useful for everyday situations.
angry
adjectiveFeeling or showing strong annoyance or hostility.
Synonyms
upset
Milder, more conversational tone.
irate
Formal; indicates heightened anger.
furious
Very intense; use sparingly.
annoyed
Mild irritation; precise for nuisance situations.
result
nounA consequence, effect, or outcome of something.
Synonyms
outcome
Common in business and academic reporting.
consequence
Highlights cause-and-effect relationship.
effect
Broad usage in science and everyday speech.
turnout
Useful for events and voting contexts.
impressive
adjectiveEvoking admiration through size, quality, or skill.
Synonyms
remarkable
Works in formal praise and reviews.
notable
Useful for academic or historical writing.
striking
Adds vivid imagery; great for creative writing.
outstanding
Positive and suited to performance feedback.
plan
nounA detailed proposal for doing or achieving something.
Synonyms
strategy
Highlights long-term, high-level thinking.
blueprint
Metaphorical; emphasises structure.
roadmap
Great for project updates and product teams.
scheme
Neutral in the UK, but can sound negative in US English.
support
verbTo give assistance, encouragement, or approval to someone.
Synonyms
encourage
Focuses on morale and motivation.
sustain
Formal; often used in policy choices.
advocate
Implies public backing or speaking for someone.
champion
Dynamic; suggests active defence.
finish
verbTo bring a task or action to an end.
Synonyms
complete
Formal; indicates thoroughness.
wrap up
Casual; common in meetings.
conclude
Formal; useful in reports.
finalise
British spelling; great for official processes.
look for
verbTo try to find or seek something.
Synonyms
search for
Neutral and works in both speech and writing.
seek
Formal; good for job hunts and research.
hunt for
Idiomatic; adds emphasis to the effort.
scout
Casual; useful for preliminary exploration.
because
conjunctionFor the reason that; due to.
Synonyms
since
Common in speech; also introduces mild contrast.
as
Formal writing; avoid ambiguity with time clauses.
due to the fact that
Verbose; use sparingly in academic work.
for
Poetic; best in literary or persuasive writing.
very
adverbUsed to emphasise adjectives or adverbs.
Synonyms
extremely
Neutral and widely applicable.
highly
Pairs well with participles (e.g., 'highly recommended').
exceptionally
Formal; indicates something above expectations.
incredibly
Casual; adds enthusiasm.
show
verbTo allow something to be seen; to demonstrate.
Synonyms
demonstrate
Formal; emphasises proof or evidence.
display
Highlights presentation or arrangement.
reveal
Implies uncovering new information.
present
Neutral; useful for academic contexts.
helpful
adjectiveGiving or ready to give assistance.
Synonyms
supportive
Emphasises emotional or moral backing.
useful
Straightforward and widely understood.
beneficial
Formal; highlights positive impact.
handy
Casual; conveys convenience.
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