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Updated: Sep 28, 2019

Fixing your Verbs.


Whats the difference between a noun and a verb?

Verbs are words that describe an action (e.g., swim, is running). Verbs change according to the time of the action.


PAST TENSE: I jumped over the log.

PRESENT TENSE: I jump over the log.

FUTURE TENSE: I will jump over the log.


Draw these words:


Sit


Run


Explode


Went



Is


Sit, run, explode are easy to draw because they are the stronger verbs. Is and Went are not easy to draw because they are weak.


A Powerful Verb is when you use a synonym (a word which has the same

meaning) to make your writing more descriptive and exciting.


Read these persuasive examples:


abolish,define,improve,reduce,accelerate,defuse


Now read these narrative examples:

parkle, tickle, thrill, explode, burst, crack


A strong verb is a specific, descriptive verb used in writing.

Weak verbstell;Strong verbs show.


They make your reader imagine your writing, not just understand it.Therefore strong verbs should be used in all your writing.


Check these examples:


Narrative.


Persuasive



Try not to use these telling verbs: is,am,are,was,were,being,been and be.

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