buttercup!
I remember us alone waiting for the light to go, can you show me how we can escape?
As writers we need to improve our Vocabulary. We cannot inundate our readers with the same words repeatedly. Words Like, fast, very, hot, sad…these are common words we all use to describe and action or how we feel.
Instead of using the word Fast, here are a few Synonyms that will give your writing a little extra boost.
Nimble,
Swift,
Hurried,
Fleeting,
Agile,
In a Jiffy,
Lickety Split,
Like a bat out of hell,
Supersonic,
Snappy,
Presto,
On the double,
Instead of writing ‘he ran out the house fast’ write, “He ran out the house like a bat out of hell.” With the new version it gives the reader a better understanding of how important it was for your character to leave.
Changing a word can give the readers a new understanding.
Curious
Definition: Marked by the desire to investigate and learn.
Similar Attributes: Inquisitive
Possible Causes :
Having a naturally inquisitive outlook.
Growing up in an environment where exploration and asking questions was encouraged
Having a thirst for knowledge.
Possessing an adventurous spirit
Associated Behaviors:
Asking questions
Having strong observation skills
seeking out people with similar interests. Listening in on the conversations of others
Collecting things
Showing disdain for rules, boundaries, and limits.
Not becoming bored easily
Losing track of time
Joining groups or clubs
Breaking rules in order to follow an idea or interest
Thinking about the What if?
Obsessive tendencies
Associated Thoughts:
Look at the two of them whispering. I’ll corner Ella later and find out what’s going on.
Interesting, how different animal species huddle together in specific environment.
Before Harold cast his fishing line, he rolls his wrist. I need to ask him why he does that.
Associated Emotions:
Confidence
Curiosity
Eagerness
Positive Aspects:
Curious characters are drawn to problems or inconveniences that other people would choose to avoid.
Characters who are curious easily stumble upon mysteries or involve themselves in dangerous matters . they can conveniently introduce conflict into a story line.
Negative Aspects:
Curious characters are often impulsive, acting with out thinking. They can be single-minded to a fault.
Those who are curious are frequently more interested in their current topic of exploration than their relationship and may not understand or appreciate those without a similar level of curiosity.
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Definition: Casual in manner and mindset
Similar Attributes: carefree, happy – go- lucky, laid back.
Possible Causes:
Having fun loving parents
Being confident in oneself
Associated Behaviors:
Happiness
Having a non-competitive nature
Honesty
Being low maintenance
Spontaneity
Working well in a group setting
Tardiness
Patience
Being friendly and accepting others
Having an open minds
Being at peace with oneself
Associated Thoughts
“Whatever movie Debbie picks, I know I’ll enjoy it.”
I don’t think I could do ricks job, with all those deadlines and long hours
Associated Emotions:
Amusement, happens, indifference
Positive Aspects:
They are easy characters to be around. Rather than stress over things that are out of their control they go with the flow.
Negative Aspects:
They don’t always have the same priorities as other people. Their mellow approach to life may lead others to believe that they’re apathetic or lack passion
Traits in supporting characters that may cause conflict:
Ambitious,
introverted
Judgmental
Melodramatic
Needy
Challenging Scenarios for the easy going
Seeing a friend or loved on in chronic pain
Having a desire or need so important that one would do anything to obtain it
Experiencing a tragedy or disaster that pulls one out of one’s temperate emotional range.
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