Some words signal that you can write more effectively using descriptive verbs. For example, "of" may indicate that you are using a noun when a stronger verb form is available, or that the ...

Want to brush up on your descriptive writing? Learn to use adjectives, imagery, alliteration and onomatopoeia in this BBC Bitesize KS3 English guide.

1. Replace "to be" Verbs If you have time for nothing else, replacing the "to be" verbs gives the biggest impact to your writing's strength. "To be" verbs (is, as, are, am, was, were, been, being) ...

Poor-selling books also favoured the use of ‘explicitly descriptive verbs of actions and emotions’ such as ‘wanted’, ‘took’, ‘promised’ ‘cried’ and ‘cheered’.