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When writing or speaking, it’s easy to lean on the word “very” to emphasize your point. This reference provides over 100 alternative words to use instead of very in English.
Whether you’re practicing for an ESL exam or looking to improve your everyday English, you’ll find this reference valuable. Discover new ways to express yourself without overusing “very.”
Words to Use Instead of VERY
Other Words for Very
Learn list of words that you can use instead of “very” to increase your English vocabulary.
- Very angry —> Furious
- Very beautiful —> Gorgeous
- Very big —> Massive
- Very boring —> Dull
- Very noisy —> Deafening
- Very poor —> Destitute
- Very cheap —> Stingy
- Very clean —> Spotless
- Very short —> Brief
- Very difficult —> Arduous
- Very dry —> Arid
- Very quick —> Rapid
- Very bad —> Awful
- Very smart —> Intelligent
- Very sad —> Sorrowful
- Very upset —> Distraught
- Very cold —> Freezing
- Very strong —> Forceful
- Very huge —> Colossal
- Very calm —> Serene
- Very ugly —> Hideous
- Very small —> Petite
- Very funny —> Hilarious
- Very quiet —> Hushed
- Very rich —> Wealthy
- Very expensive —> Costly
- Very dirty —> Filthy
- Very tall —> Towering
- Very easy —> Effortless
- Very wet —> Soaked
- Very slow —> Sluggish
- Very good —> Excellent
- Very stupid —> Idiotic
- Very happy —> Ecstatic
- Very exciting —> Exhilarating
- Very warm —> Hot
- Very weak —> Frail
- Very little —> Tiny
- Very bright —> Luminous
- Very busy —> Swamped
- Very careful —> Cautious
- Very clear —> Obvious
- Very colorful —> Vibrant
- Very confused —> Perplexed
- Very creative —> Innovative
- Very crowded —> Bustling
- Very dear —> Cherished
- Very deep —> Profound
- Very empty —> Desolate
- Very excited —> Thrilled
- Very fancy —> Lavish
- Very fat —> Obese
- Very friendly —> Amiable
- Very glad —> Overjoyed
- Very great —> Terrific
- Very heavy —> Leaden
- Very hungry —> Starving
- Very hurt —> Battered
- Very large —> Huge
- Very lazy —> Indolent
- Very long —> Extensive
- Very loose —> Slack
- Very accurate —> Exact
- Very afraid —> Fearful
- Very clever —> Intelligent
- Very cute —> Adorable
- Very dull —> Tedious
- Very eager —> Keen
- Very evil —> Wicked
- Very fast —> Quick
- Very fierce —> Ferocious
- Very light —> Luminous
- Very lively —> Animated
- Very lovely –> Adorable
- Very mean —> Cruel
- Very messy —> Slovenly
- Very nice —> Kind
- Very often —> Frequently
- Very old —> Ancient
- Very open —> Transparent
- Very pale —> Ashen
- Very perfect —> Flawless
- Very powerful —> Compelling
- Very pretty —> Beautiful
- Very rainy —> Pouring
- Very scared —> Petrified
- Very scary —> Chilling
- Very serious —> Grave
- Very sharp —> Keen
- Very shiny —> Gleaming
- Very shy —> Timid
- Very simple —> Basic
- Very skinny —> Skeletal
- Very smooth —> Sleek
- Very soft —> Downy
- Very sorry —> Apologetic
- Very special —> Exceptional
- Very sure —> Certain
- Very sweet —> Thoughtful
- Very talented —> Gifted
- Very tasty —> Delicious
- Very thirsty —> Parched
- Very tight —> Constricting
- Very tiny —> Minuscule
- Very tired —> Exhausted
- Very wide —> Expansive
- Very willing —> Eager
- Very windy —> Blustery
- Very wise —> Sage
- Very worried —> Distressed
Why Avoid Using “Very”?
- Repetitive: Overusing “very” can make your writing feel monotonous or unoriginal.
- Lacks Precision: “Very” doesn’t add much detail; stronger words create clearer imagery.
- Improves Style: Using vivid alternatives enhances the quality of your communication.
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