Favourite essay words

[wombifat]

In relation to these 'fancy' words, would examiners rather you use simple words whenever possible? However there are limited 'simple' words for the context, so would they take marks off if you repeat these 'simple words'?

I used to think that so long as your essay got the point across, if the simplest words were the most appropriate then that would be ok.

But apparently big words mean good marks

[EvangelionZeta]

Yep.  Sadly, VCE marking is more of a criteria-based thing than anything else, so having a good vocab will get you marks...

[TrueTears]

My teacher has stressed as long as you make essay simple, easy to follow and always convey your ideas, examiners will still award you will very good marks.

[EvangelionZeta]

But not top marks.  It's the difference between say a 45 and a 50.

[TrueTears]

But not top marks.  It's the difference between say a 45 and a 50.

Hmmmm I guess you're right.

[Fyrefly]

U need 2 b able 2 convey ur ideas simply, but with complicated words XD

Oh the irony...

Wot I mean is, start with a sentence that's been written as simply and clearly as u can, then pick 2 or 3 words and substitute them with something that demonstrates a more skillful grasp of English vocabulary.

Wot I got in2 the habit of doing every now and again: *Sentence with big, complicated words*. "In other words/Basically," *re-explained in simpler words*.


Random words (more 2 do with language analysis):

Methodology
Vernacular
Raises the question/point
Illustrates
Reflects
Presses
Portrays
Mimics
Apportions
Belittles
Mocks
Jocular
Sidestep

[wombifat]

well my literature teacher gave me a B+ and said that it would be an A+ if I improved my sophistication and vocabulary

[marine ices]

euphoria, pragmatic, perceive, valour, conversely, galvanise, chastitise .

 haven't seen that one before

it means to heavily criticise 

 try googling 'chastitise' and 'chastise' and see how many
 replies each one elicits