When learning to write well, it is not simply enough to understand punctuation and subject verb agreement. Good writers pay attention to their words. They are careful and thoughtful about the words they choose to write. Good writers use precise language. Try to edit your writing for vagueness.
Using precise language
Instead of using general words like nice, good, bad, great, amazing, a lot, try to be more specific in your choice of words. Ask yourself, what do I mean by “nice” or “a lot,” and then write what you really mean.
For example, “I made a lot of money in tips last night,” would be better if written, “I made fifty dollars in tips last night.”
Or, the sentence, “The food was amazing,” is more interesting when written, “The food was the perfect blend of spicy and sweet.”
