Words To Avoid In Professional Writing

2 words in this vocabulary list

adjective characterized by lack of order or planning, irregularity

adverb in a manner lacking any obvious principle of organization

  • The books on the shelf were haphazardly arranged, making it difficult to find a specific title.
  • She threw her clothes haphazardly into her suitcase before rushing out the door.
  • The kids were running around the playground haphazardly, almost bumping into each other.
  • His thoughts were all over the place, scattered haphazardly like puzzle pieces waiting to be put together.

adjective causing or likely to cause horror; shocking

  • The outcome of the experiment was a horrible failure.
  • I had a horrible day at work today.
  • That movie was just horrible, I couldn't stand it.
  • The storm caused a horrible mess in the backyard.