5V | WRITING | Range of Adjectives

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5V | WRITING | Range of Adjectives

Adjectives A - Z

Let's think of English adjectives (= bijvoeglijke naamwoorden) for the entire alphabet!

Why should you use a range of adjectives?

By demonstrating that you are skilled in English vocabulary usage, you will attract and hold the attention of your reader (ergo: me, the person grading you ;)).

When do you write an article?

 When you are introducing topics (1), generalizing (2) and discussing possible consequences (3).

GENERALIZATION or CONSEQUENCE?
"On the whole, flying is bad for the planet."

1. generalization
2. consequence

GENERALIZATION or CONSEQUENCE?
"The result of such a decision might be problematic."

1. generalization
2. consequence

GENERALIZATION or CONSEQUENCE?
"That particular choice could trigger further escalations."

1. generalization
2. consequence

GENERALIZATION or CONSEQUENCE?
"It is rarely the case that diplomacy hinders communication."

1. generalization
2. consequence

GENERALIZATION or CONSEQUENCE?
"One would say that it is better to be safe than sorry."

1. generalization
2. consequence

5V | WRITING | Range of Adjectives