GRE写作常用替换词
写作常用替换词
形容词：
贫穷的：poor = needy = impoverished = poverty-stricken
富裕的：rich = wealthy = affluent = well-to-do = well-off
优秀的：excellent = eminent = top = outstanding
积极的，好的：good = conducive = beneficial=advantageous
消极的，不良的：bad = detrimental= baneful =undesirable
明显的：obvious = apparent = evident =manifest
健康的：healthy = robust = sound = wholesome
惊人的：surprising = amazing = extraordinary = miraculous
美丽的：beautiful = attractive = gorgeous = eye-catching
有活力的：energetic = dynamic = vigorous =animated
流行的：popular = prevailing = prevalent= pervasive
合适的：suitable/ advisable/ sound/ temperate/ rational/ preferable/ reliable/ fitting/ modest/ moderate
精致的：elegant/ delicate/ elaborate
美好的：gorgeous/ glorious/ splendid/ admirable/ breathtaking/ impressive/ spectacular/ superb
杰出的：outstanding/ distinguished/ eminent/ excellent/ supreme/ extraordinary/ prominent/ matchless/ foremost
著名的：famous/ illustrious/ celebrated/ notable
聪明的：intelligent/ wise/ ingenious/ sensible/ smart/ clever/ knowledgeable/ capable
大的：immense/ huge/ spacious/ prodigious/ massive/ enormous/ vast/ tremendous/ expansive
小的：slight/ tiny/ microscopic/ small/ diminutive/ minuscule
重要的：important/ significant/ pivotal/ superb/ momentous/ vital/ primary/ essential/ principal/ leading/ major/ dominant/ predominant/ fateful
最好的：optimum/ premium
基本的：underlying/ elementary/ fundamental/ essential/ cardinal
不足的：insufficient/ scanty/ meager/ needy/ poor/ scarce/ devoid/ empty/ lacking
充足的：fraught/ sufficient/ enough/ adequate/ abundant
过多的：excessive/ redundant/ overabundant/ inordinate
特殊的：unique/ matchless/ unrivaled/ extraordinary/ special
奇怪的：odd/ bizarre/ quaint/ weird/ queer
相似的：similar/ approximate/ proximate/ homogeneous/ identical/ equal/ equivalent/ coordinate
无效的：null/ invalid/ void
有效的：valid/ acceptable/ effective/ efficient/ competent
高兴的：delightful/ happy/ hilarious/ exultant/ gleeful/ joyous/ exalted/ blessed/ pleasing/ amusing
动词：
提高，加强：improve = enhance= promote = strengthen = optimize
引起：cause = trigger = endanger
解决：solve =resolve =address = tackle =cope with = deal with
拆除：destroy = tear down = knock down = eradicate
培养: develop = cultivate = foster = nurture
激发，鼓励：encourage = motivate = stimulate = spur
认为：think = assert= hold = claim = argue
完成：complete = fulfill = accomplish= achieve
保留：keep = preserve = retain = hold
有害于：destroy = impair = undermine = jeopardize
减轻: ease = alleviate = relieve = lighten
提供: provide/ supply/ furnish/ give/ render/ accommodate
思考: consider/ speculate/ ponder/ think/contemplate
建议: propose/ suggest/ advance/ mention/ recommend/ advise/ offer
吸引: engross/ absorb/ draw/ attract/ intoxicate/ lure/ entice/ tempt
揭示: reveal/ exhibit/ expose/ disclose/ unveil/ show/ transpire/ indicate/ denote 解释: understand/ comprehend/interpret
说明: illuminate/ clarify/ illustrate/ exemplify/ explain/ elaborate
暗示: imply / allude/ insinuate
开始: start/emerge/ launch/ start/ begin/ commence/ initiate
带来、引起: generate/ produce/ give rise to/ engender
停止: stop/ cease/ halt/ terminate/ end/ finish/ conclude
赞同: agree with/ applaud/ approve/ go along with
反对: oppose/ argue against/ combat
名词：
影响：influence= impact
危险：danger = perils =hazard
污染：pollution = contamination4.
人类：human beings= mankind = human race
老人：old people= the old = the elderly = the aged = senior citizens
幸福：happiness = cheerfulness = well-being
老师：teachers = instructors = educators = lecturers=mentor
教育：education = schooling = family parenting = upbringing（家教）
青少年：young people = youngsters = youths = adolescents
优点：advantage = merits = superiority = virtue
责任：responsibility = obligation = duty = liability
能力：ability = capacity = power = skill
职业：job = career = employment = profession
娱乐：enjoyment = pastimes = recreation= entertainment
孩子：children = offspring = descendant= kid
成就、成功: success/ triumph/ victory/ accomplishment/ achievement/ fruition/ consummation（完美）/ attainments
失败: failure/ be defeated
观点: opinion / point of view/ standpoint/ viewpoint / theory
财产: treasure/ profit/ fortune/ moneybag/ wealth/ belongings/ estate/ possessions/ property/ riches/ worth
好处: advantage/ benefit
优点: merit/ strongpoint/ virtue
缺点: bug/ disfigurement/ limitation/ objection/ defect
发展: development/ evolution/ progress/ grow
普及: popularization/ prevalence
出现: emergence
情况: circumstance/ condition
原因: cause/ matter/ reason
影响: infection/ influence/ impact
副词
非常: very/ extraordinarily/ highly / extremely/ largely/ quite/ awfully/ considerably/ greatly
明显的: clearly/ obviously/ distinctly/ evidently/ markedly/ visibly
短语：
充满了：be filled with = be awash with = be inundate with = be saturated with
努力：struggle for = aspire after = strive for = spare no efforts for
从事：embark on = take up = set about = go in for
在当代: in contemporary society = in present-day society= in this day and age
大量的: a host of = a multitude of = a vast number of = a vast amount of
优势：Advantage, merit, virtue, benefit, upside, strength
缺陷：Disadvantage, demerit, drawback, downside, weakness
解决：Solve, deal with, cope with, handle, resolve, address, tackle
损害：Damage, hurt, injure, harm, impair, undermine, jeopardize
给与：Give, offer, render, impart, provide, supply, afford
培养：Develop, cultivate, foster
使迷惑：Puzzle, bewilder, perplex, baffle，confuse
重要的：Key, crucial, critical, important, significant, vital, substantial, indispensable, imperative
认为：Consider, reckon, think, believe, insist, maintain, assert, conclude, deem, hold, argue, be convinced, be firmly convinced, be fully convinced，
保护：Protect, conserve, preserve
确保：Assure, ensure, guarantee, pledge
有害的：Bad, baneful evil, harmful, detrimental
要求：Request, demand, needs, requisition
消除：Eliminate, clear, remove, clear up, take away, smooth away，eradicate
导致：Lead to, bring about, result in, cause, spark off, conduce to, procure, induce,
generate
因此：So, therefore, thus, hence, consequently, as a consequence, accordingly, as a result, because of this, as a result of this
增长至：Grow to，rise to，increase to，go up to，climb to，ascend to，jump to，shoot to
降低至：Dip to，fall to，decline to，decrease to，drop to，go down to，reduce to，slump to，descend to，sink to，slide to
保持稳定：Level out，do not change，remain stable，remain still，remain steady，be stable，maintain the same level，remain unchanged，be still，remain the same level，stay constant，keep at the same level，level off，stabilize，keep its stability，even out
急剧地：Dramatically，drastically，sharply，hugely，enormously，steeply，substantially，considerably，significantly，markedly，surprisingly，strikingly，radically，remarkably，vastly，noticeably
平稳地：Steadily，smoothly，slightly，slowly，marginally，gradually，moderately，mildly
宣称：Allege, assert, declare, claim
发生：Happen, occur, take place
原因：Reason, factor, cause
发展：Development, advance, progress
有益的：Useful, helpful, beneficial, profitable, rewarding，advantageous
影响：Affect, influence, impact, effect,
明显的：Clear, obvious, evident, self-evident, manifest, apparent, crystal-clear，transparent
占、构成：Comprise, take up, account for, constitute, consist of, make up, occupy, hold, compose
与…相比：Compared with，compared to，in comparison with，in comparison to，by comparison with，by comparison to
对比而言：By contrast，in contrast，on the other hand，on the contrary，conversely 展示：Show, reveal, illustrate, demonstrate, depict, present, represent, describe
大约：Approximately，almost，about，around，nearly，roughly
波动：Fluctuate，go ups and downs，display a fluctuation，demonstrate a fluctuation
事实上：Practically，in practice，essentially，in essence，in reality，in effect，in fact，as a matter of fact，it is a fact that
换言之：that is to say，in other words，to put it like this，to put it differently，to put it from another way，to put it from another angle.
important = crucial (extremely important),significant(amount or effect large enough to be important)
common = universal, ubiquitous(if something is ubiquitous, it seems to be everywhere)
abundant = ample(enough and usually extra), plentiful(enough for people's needs and wants)
stick = adhere, cling(hold on something tightly)
neglect = ignore.(difference: neglect means someone has not paid enough attention to something; ignore means no attention.)
near = adjacent(two things next to each other), adjoin(the same as adjacent) accurate = precise(precise is exact and accurate in all details), exact(correct in every detail)
vague = obscure(unknown or known by only a few people)
top = peak, summit
competitor = rival, opponent(especially in sports and politics)
blame = condemn(if you condemn something, you say it is very bad and unacceptable)
opinion = perspective, standpoint(means looking at an event or situation in a particular way)
fame = prestige(describe those who are admired), reputation
build = erect(you can erect something as buildings, FORMAL), establish
insult = humiliate(do something or say something which makes people feel ashamed or stupid)
complain = grumble (complain something in a bad-tempered way)
primary = radical (very important and great in degree), fundamental
relieve = alleviate (alleviate means you make pain or sufferings less intense or severe)
force = coerces into(coerce means you make someone do something s/he does not want to),compel
enlarge = magnify(magnify means make something larger than it really is) complex = intricate(if something is intricate, it often has many small parts and details)
lonely = solitary (if someone is solitary, there is no one near him/her
small = minuscule(very small), minute,
praise = extol(stronger than praise), compliment(polite and political)
hard-working = assiduous(someone who is assiduous works hard or does things very thoroughly
difficult = arduous (if something is arduous, it is difficult and tiring, and involves a lot of efforts)
poor(soil) = barren, infertile(used to describe the soil is so poor that plants cannot be planted on it)
fragile = brittle, vulnerable(someone who is vulnerable is easily hurt emotionally or physically)
show = demonstrate (to demonstrate a fact means to make it clear to people.) big = massive(large in size, quantity, or extent), colossal(use this word, you emphasize something’s large), tremendous
fair = impartial(someone who is impartial is able to give a fair opinion or decision on something.)
attack = assault (physically attack someone), assail (attack violently
dislike = abhor(abhor means you hate something to a extreme extent for moral reasons), loathe(dislike very much)!
ruin = devastate (it means damage something very badly, or utterly destroy it.) always = invariably(the same as always, but better than always)
forever = perpetual(a perpetual state never changes), immutable(something immutable will never change or be changed)
surprise = startle(it means surprise you slightly), astound(surprise you to a large degree),astonish(the same as astound)
enthusiasm = zeal (a great enthusiasm), fervency (sincere and enthusiasm)# quiet = tranquil(calm and peaceful), serene(calm and quiet)!
expensive = exorbitant(it means too expensive that it should be)
luxurious = lavish(impressive and very expensive), sumptuous(grand and very expensive
boring = tedious(if you describe something tedious, you mean it is boring and frustrating)
respect = esteem(if you esteem someone, you respect and admire him/her. FORMAL)
worry = fret(if you fret about something, you worry about it)
cold = chilly(unpleasantly cold), icy(extremely cold)
hot = boiling(very hot)
dangerous = perilous(very dangerous, hazardous(dangerous, especially to people's safety and health)
nowadays = currently
only = unique(the only one of its kind), distinctive;
stop = cease(if something ceases, it stops happening or existing)
part = component(the components of something are the parts that it is made of)( h
result = consequence(the results or effects of something)
obvious = apparent, manifest
based on = derived from (can see or notice them very easily)
quite = fairly
pathetic = lamentable(very uncomfortable and disappointing)
field = domain(a particular field of thought, activities or interest)
appear = emerge(come into existence)
whole = entire(the whole of something)8
wet = moist(slightly wet), damp(slightly wet), humid(very damp and hot)!
wrong = erroneous(incorrect or partly correct)
difficult = formidable
change = convert(change into another form)
typical = quintessential(this word means represent a typical example of something)
careful = cautious(very careful in order to avoid danger), prudent(careful and sensible)
ability = capacity, capability(the same as ability)
strange=eccentric(if someone is eccentric, s/he behaves in a strange way, or his/her opinion is different from most people)
rich = affluent(if you are affluent, you have a lot of money)
use = utilize (the same as use)
dubious = skeptical(if you are skeptical about something, you have doubts on it.) satisfy = gratify (if you are gratified by something, it gives you pleasure and satisfaction)
short = fleeting, ephemeral(if something is ephemeral, it lasts a short time) scholarship = fellowship
angry = enraged(extremely angry)
smelly = malodorous(used to describe an unpleasant smell)
ugly = hideous(if something is hideous, it is very ugly or unattractive)
attractive = appealing(pleasing and attractive), absorbing(something absorbing can attract you a great deal)
diverse = miscellaneous(a miscellaneous groups consists of many different kinds of things)
disorder = disarray, chaos
crazily = frantically(used to describe someone who behaves in a wild and uncontrolled way)
rapid = meteoric(ATTENTION: meteoric is only used to describe someone achieves success quickly)
ordinary = mundane(very ordinary and not at interesting or unusual)
best = optimal(used to describe the best level something can achieve)/
sharp = acute(severe and intense)
unbelievable = inconceivable(if you deem something inconceivable, you think it very unlike to happen
puzzle = perplex(something perplex someone means it confuses and worries him/her because he/she does not understand it)
method = avenue(a way of getting something done)
famous = distinguished(used to describe people who are successful in their career)
ancient = archaic(extremely old and extremely old-fashioned)
decorate = embellish(embellish means make something look more attractive via decorating it with something else)
possible = feasible(if something is feasible, it can be done, made or achieved)
so = consequently, accordingly
rare = infrequent (doesn’t happen often)
greedy = rapacious(greedy and selfish)
人类the human race, humanity, man, humankind, Homo sapiens
在当代in contemporary society, in present-day society, in this day and age
解决(及物动词)tackle, address, resolve, combat
破坏(及物动词)undermine, jeopardize, devastate
影响(名词)impact, repercussions, ramifications, implications
危险(名词)perils, hazards, dangers
明显的(形容词)manifest, apparent, evident, obvious
从事(及物动词)carry out, conduct, perform, go about
积极的,好的beneficial, advantageous
消极的,坏的baneful, detrimental
好处-坏处benefits, blessings, boons—banes, pros—cons, advantages—disadvantages, merit—demerit
无处不在的prevalent, pervasive
大量的a host of, a multitude of, a vast number of (后面跟可数名词复数) a great deal of, a vast amount of(后面跟不可数名词单数)
增进enhance, improve
贫穷的impoverished, poor
保护preserve, protect
富裕的affluent, wealthy, rich
污染contamination, pollution
需要(及物动词)require, necessitate, call for
经济的快速发展the rapid development of economy
人民生活水平的显著提高/稳步增长the remarkable improvement/ steady growth of people’s living standard
先进的科学技术advanced science and technology
面临新的机遇和挑战be faced with new opportunities and challenges
人们普遍认为It is commonly believed/ recognized that…
社会发展的必然结果the inevitable result of social development
引起了广泛的公众关注arouse wide public concern/ draw public attention
不可否认It is undeniable that…/ There is no denying that…
热烈的讨论/争论a heated discussion/ debate
有争议性的问题a controversial issue
完全不同的观点a totally different argument
一些人…而另外一些人… Some people… while others…
就我而言/就个人而言As far as I am concerned, / Personally,
就…达到绝对的一致reach an absolute consensus on…
有充分的理由支持be supported by sound reasons
双方的论点argument on both sides
发挥着日益重要的作用play an increasingly important role in…
对…必不可少be indispensable to …
正如谚语所说As the proverb goes:
.…也不例外…be no exception
对…产生有利/不利的影响exert positive/ negative effects on…
利远远大于弊the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.
导致、引起lead to/ give rise to/ contribute to/ result in
复杂的社会现象a complicated social phenomenon
责任感/成就感sense of responsibility/ sense of achievement
竞争与合作精神sense of competition and cooperation
开阔眼界widen one’s horizon/ broaden one’s vision
学习知识和技能acquire knowledge and skills
经济/心理负担financial burden / psychological burden
考虑到诸多因素take many factors into account/ consideration
从另一个角度from another perspective
做出共同努力make joint efforts
对…有益be beneficial / conducive to…
为社会做贡献make contributions to the society
打下坚实的基础lay a solid foundation for…
综合素质comprehensive quality
无可非议blameless / beyond reproach
致力于/投身于be committed / devoted to…
应当承认Admittedly
不可推卸的义务unshakable duty
满足需求satisfy/ meet the needs of…
可靠的信息源a reliable source of information
宝贵的自然资源valuable natural resources
因特网the Internet (一定要有冠词，字母I大写)
方便快捷convenient and efficient
在人类生活的方方面面in all aspects of human life
环保(的) environmental protection / environmentally friendly
社会进步的体现a symbol of society progress
科技的飞速更新the ever-accelerated updating of science and technology
对这一问题持有不同态度hold different attitudes towards this issue
支持前/后种观点的人people / those in favor of the former/ latter opinion
有/提供如下理由/证据have/ provide the following reasons/ evidence
在一定程度上to some extent/ degree / in some way
理论和实践相结合integrate theory with practice
…必然趋势an irresistible trend of…
日益激烈的社会竞争the increasingly fierce social competition
眼前利益immediate interest/ short-term interest
长远利益interest in the long run
有其自身的优缺点… has its merits and demerits/ advantages and disadvantages 对…有害do harm to / be harmful to/ be detrimental to
交流思想/情感/信息exchange ideas/ emotions/ information
跟上…的最新发展keep pace with / catch up with/ keep abreast with the latest development of …
采取有效措施来… take effective measures to do sth.
…的健康发展the healthy development of …
对…观点因人而异Views on …vary from person to person.
重视attach great importance to…
社会地位social status
把时间和精力放在…上focus time and energy on…
扩大知识面expand one’s scope of knowledge
身心两方面both physically and mentally
有直接/间接关系be directly / indirectly related to…
提出折中提议set forth a compromise proposal
可以取代“think”的词believe, claim, maintain, argue, insist, hold the opinion/ belief that
缓解压力/ 减轻负担relieve stress/ burden
优先考虑/发展… give (top) priority to sth.
与…比较compared with…/ in comparison with
相反in contrast / on the contrary.
代替replace/ substitute / take the place of
经不起推敲cannot bear closer analysis / cannot hold water
提供就业机会offer job opportunities
社会进步的反映mirror of social progress
毫无疑问Undoubtedly, / There is no doubt that…
增进相互了解enhance/ promote mutual understanding
充分利用make full use of / take advantage of