Formal Writing Vocabulary

adverb in addition; also

preposition in addition to; also

conjunction used to introduce a statement that adds to or supports a previous statement

• She excels in academics as well as extracurricular activities.
• I love pizza, and burgers as well.
• I'm down to hang out tonight, and my friends are coming as well.
• His words cut deep, as well as his actions.

adverb in addition; also

preposition used to indicate in addition to what has been said

conjunction in addition to; apart from

• Besides his academic achievements, he also excels in extracurricular activities.
• I don't want to go to the concert, besides I have to study for my exam.
• I'm not going to the party, besides it's going to be lame.
• Besides being a talented artist, she is also a great cook.

verb to venture to say; think probable; suppose

• I daresay that the results of the experiment will be quite impressive.
• I daresay we'll have a good time at the party tonight.
• I ain't afraid to daresay that he's got a crush on her.
• She daresay ventured into the unknown territory of starting her own business.

adverb indeed is an adverb that is used to emphasize a statement or response, indicating that something is true or correct

• The evidence presented in the report does indeed support the hypothesis.
• I did indeed see your message, I just haven't had a chance to respond yet.
• That movie was indeed lit, I can't wait to watch it again.
• Her smile was indeed a ray of sunshine on a gloomy day.

noun a possibility or probability

verb used to indicate a possibility or permission

• Based on the current data, it is possible that the new marketing strategy might increase sales by 10%.
• I heard that Sarah might be coming to the party tonight.
• I might hit up that new burger joint for lunch, it looks bomb.
• Sometimes the path to success might be filled with obstacles, but perseverance will lead you to your goal.

noun an adverbial form of 'now' used in negative constructions

adverb in no way; not at all

• The evidence nowise supports the defendant's claim of innocence.
• I am nowise convinced by his excuses for being late.
• She's nowise gonna let him get away with that.
• His actions nowise reflect his true intentions.

adverb ostensibly is an adverb that is used to describe something that appears to be true or real, but may not actually be so

• The company's decision to cut costs was ostensibly to improve efficiency.
• She ostensibly went to the store to buy groceries, but ended up buying clothes instead.
• He ostensibly said he was sick to skip school and go to the beach.
• Her smile was ostensibly bright, but her eyes revealed her true sadness.

adjective relating to or constituting a preface or introduction

• The author included a prefatory section in the book to provide background information.
• The prefatory remarks at the beginning of the speech were quite interesting.
• I skipped over the prefatory paragraphs in the article because they seemed boring.
• The prefatory notes set the tone for the rest of the presentation.

adjective appropriate or suitable in the circumstances

adverb in a seemly manner

• The seemly attire of the guests added to the elegance of the event.
• Her seemly behavior at the party impressed everyone.
• She always keeps it seemly, never causing any drama.
• The seemly flow of the river symbolized tranquility and peace.

verb past tense of 'stilt', meaning to raise or support on or as if on stilts

adjective having a formal, unnatural, or stiff manner of expression

• The speech delivered by the politician sounded stilted and rehearsed.
• The conversation at the party felt a bit stilted, like no one really knew each other.
• The dialogue in that movie was so stilted, it was cringeworthy.
• Her emotions seemed stilted, as if she was holding back from truly expressing herself.

adjective used to emphasize the extent of something

pronoun used to refer to a specific thing or person previously mentioned

• There are various factors to consider when evaluating the impact of such policies.
• I've never seen such a beautiful sunset before!
• That party was lit! I've never experienced such a vibe before.
• His dedication to his craft is such that he practices for hours on end.

adverb in a way that cannot be denied or disputed

• The evidence presented in court is undeniably strong.
• She is undeniably the best singer in the competition.
• That new movie is undeniably lit!
• His influence on the team is undeniably the glue that holds them together.

conjunction used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or adds to something that has been said

• The data suggests a positive outcome; howbeit, further analysis is required.
• I think we should go for a walk; howbeit, it might rain later.
• I'm not a fan of spicy food; howbeit, I'll try anything once.
• The road to success is challenging; howbeit, the rewards are worth it in the end.

adverb to such an extent or degree; so

preposition to the extent that

• The evidence presented was compelling insomuch that the jury had no choice but to convict the defendant.
• I was so tired last night, insomuch that I fell asleep on the couch before dinner.
• I can't believe how good that movie was, insomuch that I want to see it again.
• Her passion for music was evident insomuch that it flowed through her every word and action.

adverb meaning 'namely' or 'that is to say'

preposition used to introduce examples or details in a list

• The defendant is charged with multiple counts of fraud, videlicet, embezzlement and forgery.
• I have a lot of chores to do today, videlicet, laundry, dishes, and vacuuming.
• I can't believe she said that to me, videlicet, calling me a loser.
• His dedication to his work is unparalleled, videlicet, he works late nights and weekends without complaint.

verb to permit or enable something

preposition used to indicate the possibility or opportunity for something

• The strict rules of the organization do not allow of any exceptions.
• The teacher's instructions do not allow of any late submissions.
• My parents don't allow of me going out on weekdays.
• The limited resources do not allow of any wastage.

adjective A descriptive word that modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case, 'abovesaid' describes a noun that has been mentioned previously.

• The abovesaid policy has been in effect for over a year now.
• I mentioned the abovesaid document in our previous meeting.
• I totally forgot about the abovesaid agreement, my bad.
• The abovesaid decision opened up a can of worms in the department.

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or a state of being

• The issue was promptly addressed by the board of directors.
• I finally addressed the problem with my computer.
• She really needs to address her attitude.
• The novel addressed important themes of social justice.

adjective describes a noun or pronoun that has been previously mentioned

adverb modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb by providing more information about the manner, place, time, degree, or frequency of an action

• The aforementioned research study provides valuable insights into the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems.
• I forgot to mention the aforementioned book during our discussion yesterday.
• I can't believe you actually bought the aforementioned dress after all that!
• The aforementioned elephant in the room is becoming harder to ignore as tensions rise within the group.