Words to Avoid.
FOREIGN WORDS
Are superfluous where an English equivalent exists. They should only be used if they are commonly understood and impart a meaning which cannot be easily translated into English. For example “vice versa” is acceptable but versus can usually be replaced with “against” “except” when describing sports fixtures or legal cases.
AMBIGUOUS WORDS
You must use words that convey exactly what you want to say. Don’t leave the reader in any doubt. For example: “We are certain that this course of action will lead to any benefits for the company.”
This suggests the reader that you are open to persuade if you do not wish to be persuade then so:
“We do not believe that this course of action is suitable for our company and therefore do not intend to pursue it any further.
This indicates that you decision is final; no comeback is required or desired.
REDUNDANT WORDS
A clearer and more economical style is obtained by eliminating words that are not doing specific jobs or one that duplicate a meaning.
Examples:
We first began the discussion
Very unique
At 5 pm in the afternoon.
Hot in temperature.
VOGUE WORDS
Are currently in fashion, do not last and can confuse. Remember, you may not be writing to someone of the same generation, who may therefore not understand you.
Example:
We think that you design for the front elevation is really cool.”
FOREIGN WORDS
Are superfluous where an English equivalent exists. They should only be used if they are commonly understood and impart a meaning which cannot be easily translated into English. For example “vice versa” is acceptable but versus can usually be replaced with “against” “except” when describing sports fixtures or legal cases.
AMBIGUOUS WORDS
You must use words that convey exactly what you want to say. Don’t leave the reader in any doubt. For example: “We are certain that this course of action will lead to any benefits for the company.”
This suggests the reader that you are open to persuade if you do not wish to be persuade then so:
“We do not believe that this course of action is suitable for our company and therefore do not intend to pursue it any further.
This indicates that you decision is final; no comeback is required or desired.
REDUNDANT WORDS
A clearer and more economical style is obtained by eliminating words that are not doing specific jobs or one that duplicate a meaning.
Examples:
We first began the discussion
Very unique
At 5 pm in the afternoon.
Hot in temperature.
VOGUE WORDS
Are currently in fashion, do not last and can confuse. Remember, you may not be writing to someone of the same generation, who may therefore not understand you.
Example:
We think that you design for the front elevation is really cool.”
