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500 Higher-Level Words to Elevate Your English: A Comprehensive Guide by Emjay Coaching

Updated: Sep 30

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Are you an English learner aiming to upgrade your language skills from intermediate to advanced? Or perhaps you're an IELTS test-taker striving to jump from a 6.0 to an 8.0 band? Maybe you're tackling CELPIP, TOEFL, or DUOLINGO and want to achieve top scores? Regardless of your goal, improving your vocabulary is key to your success. In this blog, we'll provide you with a list of 500 higher-level words for 100 common words of daily usage to help you elevate your English.


Why Vocabulary Matters

"Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind." – Rudyard Kipling

Vocabulary is the backbone of language. A rich vocabulary helps you express yourself more precisely and confidently. It's not just about sounding smarter; it's about communicating effectively and making a lasting impression.


The Power of a Coach

At Emjay Coaching, we believe that having a coach is crucial to your language learning journey. Our experienced trainers provide personalized guidance, helping you overcome challenges and achieve your goals faster. Think of us as your linguistic cheerleaders, pushing you towards excellence.


Now, let’s dive into our list of 500 high-quality words for the 100 common words of daily use to help you shine in your English proficiency exams.


100 Higher-Level Words with Synonyms


  1. Happy: Ecstatic, Jubilant, Elated, Delighted, Joyful

  2. Sad: Despondent, Dismal, Melancholy, Mournful, Sorrowful

  3. Big: Colossal, Gigantic, Immense, Vast, Enormous

  4. Small: Minuscule, Petite, Tiny, Compact, Diminutive

  5. Fast: Expeditious, Brisk, Swift, Rapid, Speedy

  6. Slow: Languid, Unhurried, Leisurely, Sluggish, Deliberate

  7. Smart: Sagacious, Astute, Clever, Intelligent, Erudite

  8. Dumb: Obtuse, Ignorant, Dense, Vacuous, Unintelligent

  9. Beautiful: Stunning, Exquisite, Gorgeous, Lovely, Elegant

  10. Ugly: Unsightly, Grotesque, Unattractive, Hideous, Homely

  11. Good: Exemplary, Virtuous, Superb, Excellent, Commendable

  12. Bad: Deplorable, Dreadful, Terrible, Horrible, Abysmal

  13. Hot: Scorching, Boiling, Sweltering, Torrid, Blazing

  14. Cold: Frigid, Gelid, Icy, Chilly, Freezing

  15. Rich: Opulent, Affluent, Wealthy, Prosperous, Lavish

  16. Poor: Destitute, Impoverished, Needy, Penniless, Underprivileged

  17. Easy: Effortless, Uncomplicated, Simple, Straightforward, Painless

  18. Difficult: Arduous, Formidable, Challenging, Tough, Onerous

  19. Old: Antiquated, Venerable, Elderly, Ancient, Aged

  20. Young: Juvenile, Puerile, Adolescent, Youthful, Fresh

  21. Clean: Pristine, Immaculate, Spotless, Pure, Tidy

  22. Dirty: Squalid, Contaminated, Grimy, Filthy, Soiled

  23. Strong: Vigorous, Stalwart, Sturdy, Robust, Powerful

  24. Weak: Frail, Feeble, Infirm, Delicate, Fragile

  25. Bright: Incandescent, Luminous, Radiant, Brilliant, Shining

  26. Dark: Tenebrous, Obscure, Gloomy, Shadowy, Murky

  27. Early: Premature, Untimely, Punctual, Ahead of time, Prompt

  28. Late: Delayed, Overdue, Belated, Tardy, Behind schedule

  29. Cheap: Economical, Inexpensive, Affordable, Budget-friendly, Reasonable

  30. Expensive: Exorbitant, Costly, Lavish, Pricey, High-priced

  31. Friendly: Amiable, Cordial, Affable, Genial, Sociable

  32. Mean: Malevolent, Malicious, Nasty, Cruel, Unkind

  33. Interesting: Intriguing, Riveting, Fascinating, Engaging, Captivating

  34. Boring: Monotonous, Tedious, Dull, Dreary, Uninteresting

  35. Healthy: Salubrious, Wholesome, Robust, Fit, Well

  36. Sick: Ailing, Infirm, Unwell, Ill, Diseased

  37. Soft: Pliable, Supple, Gentle, Tender, Delicate

  38. Hard: Rigid, Stiff, Firm, Solid, Unyielding

  39. Loud: Clamorous, Deafening, Noisy, Boisterous, Thunderous

  40. Quiet: Hushed, Tranquil, Silent, Peaceful, Serene

  41. Quick: Hasty, Prompt, Expedient, Rapid, Swift

  42. Slow: Languid, Unhurried, Leisurely, Sluggish, Deliberate

  43. Near: Proximate, Adjacent, Close, Nearby, Neighbouring

  44. Far: Remote, Distant, Faraway, Far-flung, Isolated

  45. Open: Accessible, Unbarred, Unlocked, Unsealed, Available

  46. Closed: Sealed, Shut, Confined, Locked, Inaccessible

  47. Safe: Secure, Shielded, Protected, Guarded, Risk-free

  48. Dangerous: Perilous, Treacherous, Hazardous, Risky, Unsafe

  49. Dim: Faint, Obscured, Shadowy, Murky, Dusky

  50. New: Novel, Unprecedented, Fresh, Recent, Modern

  51. Old: Archaic, Timeworn, Aged, Ancient, Vintage

  52. Warm: Toasty, Heated, Cosy, Comforting, Mild

  53. Cool: Brisk, Refreshing, Chilled, Calm, Collected

  54. Full: Satiated, Complete, Replete, Packed, Crowded

  55. Empty: Vacuous, Devoid, Hollow, Bare, Vacant

  56. Polite: Courteous, Civil, Well-mannered, Respectful, Gracious

  57. Rude: Impolite, Boorish, Uncouth, Discourteous, Abrasive

  58. Strong: Robust, Stalwart, Sturdy, Powerful, Vigorous

  59. Weak: Frail, Feeble, Infirm, Delicate, Fragile

  60. Calm: Tranquil, Serene, Peaceful, Placid, Composed

  61. Agitated: Perturbed, Flustered, Disturbed, Anxious, Troubled

  62. Kind: Benevolent, Compassionate, Considerate, Generous, Humane

  63. Cruel: Ruthless, Malevolent, Malicious, Heartless, Savage

  64. Hardworking: Diligent, Industrious, Assiduous, Dedicated, Persistent

  65. Lazy: Indolent, Sluggish, Lethargic, Idle, Unmotivated

  66. Wise: Sagacious, Prudent, Sensible, Judicious, Intelligent

  67. Foolish: Silly, Imprudent, Unwise, Reckless, Foolhardy

  68. Honest: Upright, Forthright, Sincere, Truthful, Trustworthy

  69. Dishonest: Deceitful, Duplicitous, Fraudulent, Untruthful, Deceptive

  70. Thin: Slender, Svelte, Lean, Slim, Trim

  71. Thick: Dense, Bulky, Stout, Chubby, Heavy

  72. Soft: Malleable, Supple, Gentle, Tender, Cushy

  73. Rough: Abrasive, Coarse, Rugged, Uneven, Jagged

  74. Fresh: Crisp, Novel, Revitalized, New, Recently

  75. Stale: Musty, Spoiled, Decrepit, Old, Outdated

  76. Famous: Renowned, Illustrious, Celebrated, Well-known, Popular

  77. Unknown: Obscure, Anonymous, Undistinguished, Unrecognized, Unfamiliar

  78. Clear: Lucid, Transparent, Evident, Obvious, Apparent

  79. Confused: Bewildered, Perplexed, Baffled, Mystified, Confounded

  80. Short: Terse, Concise, Succinct, Brief, Abrupt

  81. Long: Prolonged, Extensive, Lengthy, Elongated, Protracted

  82. Brave: Courageous, Fearless, Valiant, Heroic, Bold

  83. Cowardly: Timid, Fearful, Spineless, Pusillanimous, Craven

  84. Lively: Vibrant, Animated, Energetic, Spirited, Vivacious

  85. Lethargic: Sluggish, Listless, Torpid, Weary, Indolent

  86. Generous: Charitable, Magnanimous, Munificent, Benevolent, Kind-hearted

  87. Stingy: Parsimonious, Miserly, Frugal, Tight-fisted, Ungenerous

  88. Cheerful: Jolly, Joyful, Happy, Merry, Light-hearted

  89. Miserable: Wretched, Unhappy, Sorrowful, Dismal, Depressed

  90. Faithful: Loyal, Devoted, Trustworthy, Reliable, Dependable

  91. Disloyal: Unfaithful, Treacherous, Untrustworthy, Faithless, Betraying

  92. Bright: Radiant, Shining, Brilliant, Luminous, Gleaming

  93. Dull: Dreary, Boring, Uninteresting, Tedious, Lackluster

  94. Smooth: Sleek, Polished, Even, Glossy, Silky

  95. Rough: Uneven, Coarse, Bumpy, Harsh, Rugged

  96. Clear: Apparent, Evident, Manifest, Obvious, Unambiguous

  97. Confused: Bewildered, Perplexed, Baffled, Mystified, Confounded

  98. Short: Brief, Concise, Terse, Succinct, Compact

  99. Long: Prolonged, Extensive, Lengthy, Elongated, Protracted

  100. Brave: Valiant, Courageous, Bold, Heroic, Fearless


A Call to Action

At Emjay Coaching, we provide you with the tools and support you need to reach your language goals. Remember, "The limits of my language are the limits of my world." – Ludwig Wittgenstein.


So, if you want to break the limits and soar high in your English proficiency exams, join Emjay Coaching today! Our expert trainers are here to guide you every step of the way.


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