If you’re a dedicated English learner, then you’d know by now that the language is all about getting regular upgrades. Doesn’t it feel cool when we can simply blurt new words in very regular situations? We get the heads turning, and that feels special. One word that we use so common is the “said.” When we re-narrate conversations, we often say- he said or she said. What if we said there are multiple other options that you can use differently based on the situation?
We’re guessing the above sentence has intrigued you enough to stay with us. It’s true! The dictionary is an ocean of words, and the deeper you dive, the grander the treasure. Let us take a look at 10 replacements for the word said.
10 Replacements for the Word “Said”
1. Stated
Let us begin our list with the most common replacements of the word said. Stated is something you can use to make any general statement. They are best when used in formal situations since the word is clear of any emotions. Not just conversational, but it is a good substitute even in written formal language. For example, We shall take a look at the final deal before the judge tomorrow, the lawyer stated.
2. Commented
It isn’t like this is a new word. We have heard the word before, several times, in fact. But when we so have to use it, we most forget this replacement word. Make sure to use the word when you wish to indicate in particular about a specific comment. For example, “You can surely find some better ways to keep yourself busy during the weekends,” the teacher commented.
3. Nagged
Imagine a drama scene, blown into arguments, wouldn’t “said” sound completely plain? Of course! Why not use nagged? Generally, people claim that wives nag, but then, that’s just a gender-biased statement. In truth, everyone nags, and we can use this word during such situations. For example, “Oh really? When do you ever pick up the dishes after food, anyway?” The old mother nagged her teenage daughter.
4. Gushed
When you wish to express something with excitement or want to narrate a sentence that expresses enthusiasm, use gushed. It makes the sentence sound a lot more expressive than the same old boring said. For example, “That’s such a lovely gift you got me,” Rosie gushed when John gave her a new watch.
5. Instructed
The word needs no definition. It’s just, we do not often remember to use the word in place of the word said. It is self-explanatory that we cannot use the word everywhere unless it fits the situation. For example, “Do not pluck flowers from the garden, “ the gardener instructed the young visitors.
6. Joked
Why not give comical situations a fun replacement? When you want to quote someone who did indeed crack a joke, the sentence could become longer when you use an adjective with the word said. Using this as a substitute will not just make the sentence unique, but also short and crisp. For example, Roberta joked about eating the entire chicken by herself if we didn’t show up on time. The sentence becomes longer if we use it otherwise. Roberta said jokingly that she would eat the entire chicken by herself if we didn’t show up on time.
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7. Pleaded
Requests of any form could join hands with this word which is a perfect subscribe for our word in context. Yet again, it’s different and gives us a break from using the usual. For example, “Mom, please let is go to Ryan’s birthday party. We even completed our homework on time!” Maria & Susan pleaded.
8. Mused
Our thoughts deserve equal treatment, don’t they? To muse means to have thoughts and say them to ourselves as though considering something. The word sounds quite fancy, and something we cannot wait to use next time. Can you? Let’s take a look at an example. “Where have I seen this man before?” Mused Jessica.
9. Jeered
Here’s another replacement word for said, which you can use to express the sentiments of taunt, teasing, or mockery. It surely adds more weight to the sentence because it removes the ordinary. For example, “And what do you know about running this company? There’s a difference between running it and working for it!” The angry boss jeered his intern.
10. Insisted
Yet again, the word needs no description. Narrations that include some form of strong suggestions, we use the word insisted instead of the word said. For example, “You must visit the old fort before you leave for the city. It’s a living testimony of this area’s history, ” insisted the librarian.
Do you use other replacements for the word said? Share it with us and our fellow readers. Try making sentences with the words above and leave them in the comment section below. Don’t forget to incorporate them into your conversations until we return with yet another powerful vocabulary list.
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