Everyday words
An A-Z list of complex words with everyday alternatives to help you write in clear, plain English.
A
| Complex word | Everyday alternative |
|---|---|
| acquire | get |
| additional | extra, more |
| advise | tell, say, help |
| allocate | give, share |
| amend | change |
| ascertain | find out |
| assemble | build, put together, meet |
| attend | go to, be at |
B
| Complex word | Everyday alternative |
|---|---|
| beneficial | helpful, useful |
| blended | mixed |
C
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D
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E
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F
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G
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H
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I
| Complex word | Everyday version |
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| in order to | to |
J
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K
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L
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M
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N
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O
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P
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Q
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R
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S
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T
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U
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V
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W
| Complex word | Everyday alternative |
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| within | in |
X
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Y
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Z
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