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What is the MSC Yacht Club? Take a look at MSC Cruises’ luxury suite area

MSC Cruises sails nearly two dozen beautiful ships from home ports around the world, but their inviting sun decks can be crowded, and you're likely to encounter queues for dinner, shows and guest services.

The trick to creating a more luxurious experience on this big-ship cruise line is to book a stay in the line's Yacht Club. This upscale enclave within MSC Cruises ' larger ships offers guests more spacious accommodations, butler service and dedicated restaurants and lounges — even coffee delivered to your room each morning, just the way you like it.

Because of the Yacht Club , MSC can offer an inviting experience for cruisers who like big-ship cruising but crave more elevated accommodations, dining and amenities. MSC Cruises was one of the first lines to introduce this ship-within-a-ship concept, along with Norwegian Cruise Line . Now other popular cruise lines, such as Royal Caribbean , also have adopted it.

The Yacht Club section on several of MSC Cruises' ships offers gated access to semi-private dining, butler service and more, but it comes at a price. Find out how much you can expect to pay and what you'll get for your money.

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What are the MSC Yacht Club perks?

All stays in the Yacht Club include priority check-in and checkout; priority disembarkation and boarding on shore excursions days; free premium alcohol and Wi-Fi packages; a bathrobe and slippers; complimentary access to the Aurea Spa thermal suite; 24-hour concierge and butler services (dining and spa reservations, unpacking and repacking, morning coffee delivery, etc.); a free daily in-cabin newspaper of your choice, delivered; and the ability to change your cruise one time without penalty.

Yacht Club cruisers are also entitled to discounts of 10% on spa treatments, 20% on specialty dining packages and 40% on spa packages.

In addition, passengers booked in the Yacht Club have access to their own dedicated bar, lounge and restaurant, as well as a semi-private outdoor bar, pool and hot tubs, all on an exclusive sun deck. When ships dock at the line's private island, Ocean Cay Marine Reserve , Yacht Club passengers have private beach and restaurant access .

In their cabins, Yacht Club cruisers will find a pillow menu, memory foam mattresses, high-quality linens, bathrooms with marble floors, a specialty coffee maker, complimentary open minibar access, one gratis bottle of spirits (choose from a list of available options), free one-time snacks, 24-hour room service and nightly turn-down chocolates from Venchi, an Italian chocolatier that partners with the cruise line.

Which MSC cruise ships have the Yacht Club?

Thirteen ships in the MSC Cruises fleet have the Yacht Club on board:

• MSC Bellissima
• MSC Euribia
• MSC Fantasia
• MSC Grandiosa
• MSC Meraviglia
• MSC Preziosa
• MSC Seascape.
• MSC Seashore.
• MSC Seaside
• MSC Seaview
• MSC Splendida
• MSC Virtuosa
• MSC World Europa

Upcoming vessel MSC World America (2025) also will have the Yacht Club.

The largest Yacht Club in the fleet is on MSC World Europa, offering 152 suites. The second-largest is found on the line's two Seaside EVO Class ships, MSC Seashore and MSC Seascape, which each have 131 suites.

MSC Yacht Club cabins

All accommodations in the Yacht Club are labeled as suites, even though they comprise some standard cabin types. The specific stateroom types offered will vary by ship, but in general, they range from windowless interior cabins and deluxe balcony rooms to Executive and Royal Suites with more space, walk-in closets and bathrooms with both showers and bathtubs.

New to the fleet with the line's World Class are 1,600-square-foot Owner Suites, which include multi-room layouts, walk-in closets, bathtubs and balconies, each with a whirlpool and alfresco dining area.

Also new are Duplex Suites, offering two decks of space, with the bedroom and bathroom upstairs and a dining area, living room and guest bath downstairs. These also include two private sun decks with loungers, one of which boasts a whirlpool.

How much does it cost to stay in the MSC Yacht Club?

As you might expect, the cost to stay in the Yacht Club depends on several factors, including cabin type, the length of the sailing and where you're going and when. However, in line with the rest of the brand's pricing, a stay in the Yacht Club is an excellent value when you compare it to stays in other lines' dedicated suite areas or to luxury cruise prices.

I priced out several sailings departing over the next two years on some of the line's newest and largest ships. This is what was available at press time. (Note: MSC Cruises' website will only allow me to choose a general Yacht Club designation when booking. That means a guaranteed suite within the Yacht Club, but you won't know what type it is until closer to sailing.)

• 7-night Caribbean and Bahamas cruise on MSC Seascape: $6,538 (including taxes) for two adults, round trip from Miami, March 16-23, 2024
• 11-night Bermuda, Canada and New England cruise on MSC Meraviglia: $9,958 (including taxes) for two adults, round trip from Brooklyn, New York, Sept. 25-Oct. 6, 2024
• 7-night Mediterranean cruise on MSC World Europa: $5,118 (including taxes) for two adults, round trip from Barcelona, May 2-9, 2025
• 7-night Mediterranean on MSC Divina: $5,858 (including taxes) for two adults, round trip from Kusadasi, Turkey, June 5-12, 2025

Check out the MSC Cruises website to learn more about the MSC Yacht Club .

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MSC YACHT CLUB: THE ULTIMATE LUXURY CRUISE EXPERIENCE

Feel the finesse and elegance of luxury cruises with MSC Yacht Club , an exclusive haven of refined indulgence .

Surround yourself in unparalleled comfort and personalized service as you embark on an astounding voyage aboard our finest ships.

Discover a world where  privacy  meets  luxury , where every detail is meticulously crafted to exceed your highest expectations.

Savour the sophistication  and  elegance of luxury cruises from the very first step onboard.

Our  dedicated staff  will cater to your every need, ensuring that your  journey  is nothing but sensational.

Welcome to  MSC Yacht Club , where every moment is designed to surpass all your desires and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Attentive butler service around the clock

The Essence of Luxury, Delivered

A Culinary Journey of Exquisite Delights

Endless Privacy and Pleasures Await 

Unrivaled comfort and exquisite luxury.

Experience the finest luxury accommodation during your  MSC Yacht Club luxury cruise . Discover lavishly appointed suites designed with meticulous attention to detail .

Immerse yourself in the epitome of comfort with  luxurious amenities and elegant touches .

From Myform Memory mattresses to Egyptian cotton bedding and mattresses and a Dorelan pillow menu ,  marble bathrooms to complimentary minibars, your every need is catered to for a truly exceptional luxury cruise .

Live an high end accommodation on our newest ships , featuring innovative options like  Interior Suites, Executive and Family Suites , Deluxe Suites, Duplex Suites , and our remarkable  Royal Suites and Owner's Suite .

Enjoy exclusivity savoring panoramic views from your private balcony , immersing yourself in a five-stars cruise cabins that brings you closer to the sea while enveloping you in an unparalleled sense of premiumness .

• Surface 26 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 14-18
• Sitting area with sofa
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Wifi connection included
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
• ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker

The image is representative only: displayed cabins from MSC Bellissima, MSC Meraviglia and MSC Euribia Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)

• Surface 58 sqm, balcony 39 sqm, deck 15
• Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table
• Separate living area and dining room
• Walk-in wardrobes
• Bathroom with tub and shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Wifi connection included; ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker

• Surface 59 sqm with a balcony 23 sqm, deck 9-12
• Two-deck-high cabin
• Easy access to the Yacht Club areas
• Open living/dining room with sofa that converts to double bed
• Bathroom with shower

Second level

• Master bedroom with double bed which can be converted into two single beds (on request)
• Two walk in wardrobes.
• Bathroom with tub

Terms & Conditions

• The free cruise change is applicable either on the cruise dates or on the destination. Such change needs to be performed up to 30 calendar days before departure, for a new cruise to sail within 90 calendar days from the original departure. Any cruise change shall be requested through MSC Book or our contact centers.
•  You can discover the ultimate in MSC exclusivity with the MSC Yacht Club, available on board of all our ships except: MSC Armonia, MSC Lirica, MSC Magnifica, MSC Musica, MSC Opera. MSC Orchestra, MSC Poesia and MSC Sinfonia.
• Possibility to organise tailor made excursions depending from itineraries.
• For more information about the premium extra drink package please click here .

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MSC SEASIDE CABINS & SUITES

• Surface approx 62 sqm, balcony approx 33 sqm with private whirlpool bath and dining table, deck 16
• Separate living area and dining room
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bathroom with shower and bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double bed
• Wifi connection included
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:

• 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
• Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
• Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
• Balinese massage package and Specialty restaurants package, available up to 2 days prior to embarkation; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board..
• 1 Free cruise change

The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

• Surface approx 25 sqm, balcony approx 8 sqm, deck 16-18
• Sitting area with sofa
• Walk-in wardrobes
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Can accomodate up to 5 people
• Surface approx 21 sqm, deck 16 and 18
• Wifi cnnection included
• Surface approx 49 sqm, balcony approx 17 sqm, deck 11-14
• Sitting area with sofa or separate living area
• Two bathrooms, one with bathtub and one with shower, vanity areas with hairdryers
• 2 bedrooms, one with double bed and one with two single beds
• Walk-in wardrobe
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
• Can accomodate up to 6 people
• Surface approx 35-49 sqm, large balcony 3-21 sqm, deck 9-13
• Can accommodate up to 5 people

The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category) .

• Surface approx 28 sqm, balcony approx 7 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 9-15
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryers
• Surface approx 28 sqm, balcony approx 38 sqm, deck 9
• Spacious Wardrobe
• Surface approx 26-32 sqm, balcony approx 9-14 sqm, deck 9-15
• Surface approx 20 sqm, balcony approx 8 sqm, deck 9-15
• Surface approx 17 sqm, balcony approx 16 sqm, deck 9
• Surface  17 sqm, balcony 9 sqm*, deck 9

*Some cabins have a metal balcony front, instead of glass.

• Surface 17 sqm, balcony 5 sqm, deck 9-10
• Surface approx 17 sqm, deck 5
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Surface approx 28 sqm, deck 10
• Interactive TV, telephone, wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request*)

*Some cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility have twin beds that can’t be converted into double beds.

• Surface  14 sqm, deck 5-10

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MSC Cruise's Newest Ship Will Offer Largest and Latest MSC Yacht Club

M SC Cruises is launching its largest and most luxurious ship in April 2025 complete with the cruise line's most expansive onboard MSC Yacht Club.

The ship, MSC World America, (which will have its naming ceremony in Miami on April 9 ) features re-imagined venues and concepts created specifically with the U.S. market in mind, as well as seven unique districts for guests to explore.

And in its latest announcement today, the cruise line revealed that among the ship’s seven districts is the MSC Yacht Club. This exclusive area will provide a secluded sanctuary available to guests who stay in one of MSC World America’s 152 luxe suites.

MSC says the area will provide a “ship-within-a-ship concept” that offers “unparalleled personalized service and exclusive spaces for the discerning traveler."

“MSC World America will take our MSC Yacht Club product to new heights as the largest MSC Yacht Club in the North American market,” Cristian Comirla, MSC’s brand performance director for MSC Yacht Club, said in a statement.

The Yacht Club will offer “exclusive amenities, top-notch service and luxurious benefits,” Comirla added. “MSC Yacht Club offers a tranquil holiday for guests who prefer to have a more relaxing and secluded cruise experience, yet still have access to the excitement of the ship’s entertainment, specialty dining and other amenities.”

Yacht Club guests on MSC World America will also have access to Ocean House at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, an island retreat experience that has also been designed to provide elevated vacationing. The getaway, located in the Bahamas, features a private beach and restaurant and personalized service for guests.

Highlights of the MSC Yacht Club on MSC Cruise's latest ship include:

Expansive sundeck: Guests will find room to relax and take in sea views in this outdoor space spanning two decks. The lower deck will feature a bar and grill with an expanded seating area where guests can grab a bite to eat for breakfast and lunch, or enjoy a cocktail while watching the sunset.

The upper deck is a private area for lounging by the pool, taking a dip in the whirlpool or unwinding in a private cabana.

In addition, for the first time, MSC Yacht Club guests aboard MSC World America will be able to table service from the nearby bar and grill throughout the full sundeck area

• Multi-room Owner Suites: Ultra-luxurious Owner Suites include a beautifully-decorated bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe and bathrooms featuring a full-sized imperial bathtub. A separate living and dining area with floor-to-ceiling windows opens onto a private terrace complete with a hot tub and an al fresco dining area

Duplex Suites: MSC World America’s MSC Yacht Club will contain duplex suites spanning two decks that can accommodate families or larger groups traveling together.

On the lower deck, the dining and living areas offer space for relaxation with the added convenience of a guest bathroom. Upstairs, the main bedroom comes complete with its own bathroom.

The suites also offer plenty of outdoor space for lounging and sunbathing with some suites even boasting a two-level private sundecks and a private whirlpool.

MSC World America to Offer Largest MSC Yacht Club

• May 15, 2024

MSC’s upcoming ship, the MSC World America, will feature the largest MSC Yacht Club with 152 suites when the ship launches in April 2025 from Miami.

The new ship will feature seven onboard districts including the MSC Yacht Club, the cruise line’s “ship-within-a-ship” concept. Introduced in 2008, the MSC Yacht Club concept offers priority embarkation at the cruise terminal, a dedicated concierge team, personalized butler service 24/7, premier room service and private areas.

Cristian Comirla, brand performance director, MSC Yacht Club, MSC Cruises, said: “MSC World America will take our MSC Yacht Club product to new heights as the largest MSC Yacht Club in the North American market. With exclusive amenities, top-notch service and luxurious benefits, MSC Yacht Club offers a tranquil holiday for guests who prefer to have a more relaxing and secluded cruise experience, yet still have access to the excitement of the ship’s entertainment, specialty dining and other amenities.

“MSC Yacht Club guests on MSC World America will also have access to Ocean House at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, providing an elevated experience at our private island in The Bahamas with a private beach and restaurant coupled with personalised service. With an elevated onboard experience that extends once guests are ashore at Ocean Cay, there are so many benefits to sailing in MSC Yacht Club and we are thrilled to be offering the latest and greatest to MSC World America sailing in the Caribbean.”

MSC World America’s MSC Yacht Club highlights include:

• Expansive Sundeck with the lower deck featuring a bar and grill with an expanded seating area. The upper deck includes whirlpools and private cabanas. For the first time, MSC Yacht Club guests aboard the World America will have a chance to enjoy table service from the nearby bar and grill. 
• Owner Suites – Two multi-room Owner Suites offer bedrooms with a walk-in wardrobe and a bathroom, a separate living and dining area with floor-to-ceiling windows and a private terrace with a hot tub and al fresco dining area.
• Duplex Suites  – Spanning two decks and aimed for families or larger groups traveling together. 

A premium beverage package, high-speed internet, thermal spa access and priority access to the ship’s entertainment venues are also included in the MSC Yacht Club experience.

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• Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds
• Balcony with dining table
• Separate living area and dining room
• Walk-in closet
• Bathroom with bathtub and shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• Approx. 388 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 172 ft 2
• Located on deck 16 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Panoramic sealed window
• Separate area with sofa
• Spacious closet
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Approx. 484 – 570 ft 2  
• Located on deck 12 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Sitting area with sofa
• Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Approx. 312 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 65 ft 2  
• Located on decks 15 - 16 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 248 – 312 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft 2  
• Wi-Fi access available ($)
• Approx. 409 – 441 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft 2  
• Located on decks 9-11 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 312 – 355 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft 2 
• Located on decks 10 - 12 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 269 – 334 ft 2
• Located on decks 9 - 11 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 237 – 248 ft 2  
• Located on decks 10 - 11 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 204 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 ft 2  
• Located on decks 11 - 13 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 205 - 215 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 - 65 ft 2  
• Located on decks 8 - 9 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 205 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 ft 2  
• Located on decks 8 - 13 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Approx. 226 ft 2  
• Located on decks 5 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 183 ft 2  
• Located on decks 5 - 9 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

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273 Strong Verbs That’ll Spice Up Your Writing

Do you ever wonder why a grammatically correct sentence you’ve written just lies there like a dead fish?

I sure have.

Your sentence might even be full of those adjectives and adverbs your teachers and loved ones so admired in your writing when you were a kid.

But still the sentence doesn’t work.

Something simple I learned from The Elements of Style years ago changed the way I write and added verve to my prose. The authors of that little bible of style said: “Write with nouns and verbs, not with adjectives and adverbs.”

Even Mark Twain was quoted, regarding adjectives: “When in doubt, strike it out.”

That’s not to say there’s no place for adjectives. I used three in the title and first paragraph of this post alone.

The point is that good writing is more about well-chosen nouns and strong verbs than it is about adjectives and adverbs, regardless what you were told as a kid.

There’s no quicker win for you and your manuscript than ferreting out and eliminating flabby verbs and replacing them with vibrant ones.

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Your first hint is your own discomfort with a sentence. Odds are it features a snooze-inducing verb.

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Resist the urge to consult a thesaurus for the most exotic verb you can find. I consult such references only for the normal word that carries power but refuses to come to mind.

I would suggest even that you consult my list of powerful verbs only after you have exhaust ed all efforts to come up with one on your own. You want Make your prose to be your own creation, not yours plus Roget or Webster or Jenkins. [See how easy they are to spot and fix?]

Impotent: The man was walking on the platform.

Powerful: The man strode along the platform.

Impotent: Jim is a lover of country living.

Powerful: Jim treasures country living.

Impotent: There are three things that make me feel the way I do…

Powerful: Three things convince me…

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Powerful verbs are strong enough to stand alone.

The fox ran quickly dashed through the forest.

She menacingly looked glared at her rival.

He secretly listened eavesdropped while they discussed their plans.

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Before: She was loving the idea of…

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Why should it matter so much whether your verbs are strong or weak?

And how do you even know if you’re using weak verbs?

If you know the answer to the question, “What is a verb?” and if you enjoy reading, it won’t take long to answer the bigger question of how to replace weak verbs with strong ones.

Because you know the purpose of the verb isn’t just to give you a pencil tracing of what’s going on.

It’s supposed to show you as much as possible with an economy of words .

This is why adverbs get so little love from writers nowadays.

They try to compensate for the inadequacies of weak verbs, but all they end up doing is making the sentence harder to read (without cringing).

Who knew there were two types of verbs, anyway, though?

Don’t all verbs basically do the same thing?

Well, yes and no.

Weak verbs can tell your reader what’s happening, but only strong verbs can catapult them right into the action.

Want to know how? Of course, you do!

What writer doesn’t want to master the art of captivating their readers with strong, evocative language?

And to help you do this, we’ve included a strong verbs list, which you can draw from to turn a basic narration into a full-color IMAX in-house movie.

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Strong verbs are the best verbs for a specific context because they do the following:

The strongest verb is the one that communicates exactly what someone is doing and how they are doing it — without any need for an adverb.

By contrast, the weakest verb is the easiest one to use, and it communicates as little as possible while giving you the basic idea of what’s going on.

Sometimes, a weak verb is the one to use, but if all or most of your verbs are weak, your writing will be dull and lifeless. It won’t paint a clear picture, and it won’t evoke an emotional response.

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While strong verbs are specific, weak verbs are general.

For example, you can say someone ran down the hallway, and that gives you the basic idea of what’s happening, but it’s also bland.

But if you say he bolted down the hallway, you communicate more of the urgency or even panic behind it.

You show the reader some of the emotion behind the action. Weak or “basic” verbs don’t do that.

When you use weak verbs like “ran” or “walked” or “smiled,” it’s tempting to use an adverb or a clichéd adverbial phrase to make the verb sound more interesting by telling the reader how the subject is doing something.

Strong verbs SHOW. Weak verbs — and their supporting adverbs — TELL.

The adverbs don’t really make the verb more compelling. They add detail but without making the action feel more real.

The character running frantically down the hallway is as much a stick figure as the one running like a cheetah. But the character bolting down the hallway makes the reader wonder what might be pursuing him or what’s at stake.

Or if the reader already knows the why, the word “bolted” is more satisfying than simply “ran.”

As the more appropriate verb, it feels more like the appropriate response to the danger at hand, and it leads the reader deeper into the story .

Strong verbs paint clearer and more vivid images in the reader’s mind, making them care more about what will happen next. They add an extra dimension to the character taking action.

How easy is it, though, to replace your weak verbs with strong ones?

Weak verbs are everywhere because they’re easy to use.

If there was a supermarket for verbs, the weak ones would be at eye-level and right across from the ice cream freezer. We’re only human.

The weakest of the weak verbs are “to be” verbs (also called simply “be verbs”). They’re not evil incarnate, though. and there are times when they’re the best words to use.

If you can say the same thing with a strong verb — in a way that doesn’t sound like you’re forcing it in there — go with it. But don’t try to make every verb a strong one.

No one wants to read something that sounds like the writer swallowed a thesaurus and chased it with some ipecac, but try to mix it up as much as you can.

When your reader’s attention is at stake, it’s worth it to find verbs that will get the response you want.

It’s also worth changing combinations like the following to eliminate the extra “to be” verb:

These verbs are used alone and as part of compound verbs like “are used” and “has been scared.”

If you’re yawning right now, you’re not alone. While there’s definitely a place for “to be verbs,” don’t let them do all the work.

Don’t beat yourself up, though, if you look through something you’ve written and you find that most of your verbs (or even all of them) are weak verbs. As I mentioned earlier, they’re low-hanging fruit. We all use them.

But when you’re more conscious of the verbs you choose, chances are your readers will be more conscious, too.

If you’re not already familiar with the “to be” verbs, here’s a list:

The Ultimate Strong Verbs List

We’ve broken the following list of strong verbs into subsets to help you more quickly find the strong verb with the exact quality you want — from vivid to forceful to fun.

Verbs do have a tone, and even verbs that mean generally the same thing won’t work equally well in the same context.

If your character is having a nighttime phone conversation within earshot of her sleeping captors, you’ll want to avoid dialogue tags with verbs like “broadcasted,” “blabbered,” or “announced.”

The thesaurus does open the door to a whole new universe of more evocative verbs, though, and the lists below give you a taste.

Part of what makes the verb appropriate, though, is the sound it makes and how it affects the rhythm of your sentence.

So, read the word aloud in the context of your sentence and make sure it reads easily, sounds like it belongs there, and creates the right visual effect.

The same verb can belong to multiple categories, based on the impact you want to make and on the mood you’re in as you read this.

Take a slow read through the lists that follow and take note of the ones that stand out for you.

If you’re rereading one of your sentences and feeling the need for a more powerful verb — one that grabs the reader’s attention and leaves them in no doubt as to your meaning — see if one of the following verbs are a better fit.

Maybe they’ll at least get your mind so in tune with powerful verbs that you have an easier time thinking of just the right one.

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Some verbs just don’t create a vivid enough picture for your reader . You want a verb with visuals that pop in your reader’s mind.

The following should give you some ideas.

If you’re looking for a verb with a strong and undeniable presence — one that gets the message across with a one-two punch and without apologies — consider the verbs in this list.

Maybe you just want a verb that sounds more interesting than your original choice — but without sounding forced or flowery.

You don’t want purple prose, but you do want to keep your reader interested. So, mix it up with one of the dazzling verbs below.

Some verbs are just more fun than others. It’s not a competition; it’s just how it is.

Some verbs get all the oohs and ahhs but none of the laughs. They’re cool with it. They know their place.

Some verbs just do a better job of describing how a character is doing something.

It paints a clearer picture, so the reader is better able to visualize what’s going on.

These might not be the most vivid verbs, but they do show you more detail than your average “basic” verb.

You’ll find some of these in the other lists, but it makes sense to gather up other ways to say “said” into a list of their own.

Sometimes, “said” is just fine. But if you’re using a lot of dialogue tags, and you’d like to show a little more of how your character is saying something (with making things awkward), a list of strong “said” verbs will come in mighty handy.

Don’t overdo them, though. And if you can indicate who’s speaking without using a dialogue tag at all, so much the better.

The following verbs are also helpful in other contexts where you might use the word “said.”

Side Note: I’m omitting the word “exclaimed” on purpose; the word is overused and pure torture to read.

With strong action verbs, you can almost physically feel their impact. You should also be able to picture the action each word represents. Look through the following list and see what visuals and sounds come to mind. 

Was this list of strong verbs helpful?

Now that you have a fair sampling of strong verbs to choose from, we hope you keep this post handy, and that it serves you well.

Remember that it’s not so much a question of good verbs vs. bad verbs.

The weakness of a “to be” verb or a general verb doesn’t make it bad; it just makes it less communicative. It has less of an impact than a strong verb.

But as we mentioned before, sometimes a weak verb is honestly the best fit. Think of dialogue, for example. How many people do you know who always use strong verbs in every spoken sentence?

I don’t know any. And that’s okay. Sometimes, phrases using weak verbs — like “Need more coffee” — say everything you need to say. So, no verb shaming allowed.

May your ingenuity and compassion influence everything you do today.

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Power Verbs List in English You Should Know

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What are the power verbs? The list below is provided to help you find some great, active verbs to help the descriptive lines on your resume stand out.

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List of Power Verbs in English

Here are some better alternatives to common weak words.

Weak Word: DID

Weak word: make, weak word: fix.

• Investigated
• Revitalized
• Synthesized

Weak Word: SHOW

• Demonstrate

Weak Words: TALK, SPEAK, WRITE, COMMUNICATE

• Communicate
• Collaborate
• Disseminate

Weak Word: KEEP

Weak word: use, weak word: get, common power verbs.

In this section, we will cover some of the most commonly used power verbs in English. These verbs can help you communicate your message more effectively and confidently.

One of the most powerful verbs in English, “act” is a versatile word that can convey a wide range of meanings. It can mean to perform a specific action, to behave in a certain way, or to take a particular course of action.

• For example, you could say “ I acted quickly to resolve the issue ” or “ We need to act now to prevent further damage .”

“Achieve” is another powerful verb that can help you communicate your accomplishments and successes. It means to successfully accomplish a goal or objective.

• For example, you could say “ I achieved my sales targets for the quarter ” or “ We achieved our goal of reducing waste by 50% .”

“Create” is a verb that can be used to describe the act of making something new or bringing something into existence. It can be used in a wide variety of contexts, from art and music to business and technology.

• For example, you could say “ I created a new marketing campaign that increased sales ” or “ We created a new product that revolutionized the industry. “

“Improve” is a verb that can be used to describe the act of making something better or enhancing its quality. It can be used in a wide variety of contexts, from personal development to business and technology.

• For example, you could say “ I improved my public speaking skills by attending a workshop ” or “ We improved our production process to increase efficiency. “

“Solve” is a verb that can be used to describe the act of finding a solution to a problem or challenge. It can be used in a wide variety of contexts, from math and science to business and personal relationships.

• For example, you could say “ I solved the technical issue by rebooting the system ” or “ We solved the customer complaint by offering a refund. “

Power Verbs for Communication

In English, power verbs are action words that have a positive connotation. They help you communicate your message more strongly and confidently. Power verbs are essential in communication, especially in written communication such as resumes, essays, and business presentations. In this section, we will explore some of the most commonly used power verbs for communication.

When communicating, it is essential to use power verbs that paint a picture for the reader or listener by highlighting your skills and accomplishments. Here are some examples of power verbs to use when communicating:

• Achieved : This power verb communicates that you have accomplished something significant. It shows that you have put in the effort to achieve a goal and have succeeded.
• Collaborated : This power verb communicates that you have worked with others to achieve a common goal. It shows that you are a team player and can work well with others.
• Demonstrated : This power verb communicates that you have shown something in action. It shows that you have the ability to put your skills and knowledge into practice.
• Implemented : This power verb communicates that you have put something into action. It shows that you have taken the initiative to make something happen.
• Negotiated : This power verb communicates that you have successfully reached an agreement with others. It shows that you have strong communication and persuasion skills.
• Resolved : This power verb communicates that you have solved a problem. It shows that you have the ability to think critically and find solutions to complex issues.

Using power verbs in your communication helps you stand out from the crowd and shows that you are confident in your abilities. When writing or speaking, it is important to use power verbs that accurately reflect your skills and accomplishments. By doing so, you can communicate your message more effectively and achieve your goals.

Power Verbs for Leadership

As leaders, it’s important to communicate effectively and convey a sense of authority and confidence. One way to do this is by using power verbs in your speech and writing. Power verbs are action words that have a strong and positive connotation, helping to convey your message more effectively.

Here are some power verbs that can be used in a leadership context:

• Advocated : To support or recommend a particular course of action.
• Enabled : To give someone the ability or resources to do something.
• Led : To guide or direct a group of people towards a common goal.
• Aroused : To stir up or inspire a particular emotion or feeling.
• Energized : To give energy or enthusiasm to someone or something.
• Lobbied : To try to influence a decision or policy by speaking to those in power.
• Assembled : To bring together a group of people or things in one place.

Using these power verbs can help you to communicate your ideas more effectively and inspire confidence in others.

As a leader, it’s also important to use power verbs when describing your past experience and accomplishments. This can help to demonstrate your leadership abilities and show that you are capable of taking charge and getting things done.

Here are some power verbs that can be used to describe leadership experience:

• Organized : To arrange or coordinate something in a structured and efficient manner.
• Motivated : To inspire or encourage someone to take action.
• Influenced : To have an effect on someone or something, often through persuasion or negotiation.
• Directed : To give guidance or instructions to a group of people.
• Coordinated : To work together with others to achieve a common goal.
• Managed : To oversee and be responsible for the successful completion of a task or project.

By using these power verbs, you can effectively communicate your leadership experience and skills to potential employers or colleagues.

Power Verbs for Teamwork

When it comes to teamwork, using the right power verbs can make all the difference in how you communicate your skills and accomplishments. These action words not only highlight your teamwork abilities, but also demonstrate your leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Here are some of the most effective power verbs to use when describing your teamwork experience:

• Collaborated : This power verb showcases your ability to work effectively with others towards a common goal.
• Coordinated : This verb demonstrates your organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and team members.
• Facilitated : This verb shows that you are skilled at guiding and leading a group towards success.
• Mentored : This verb highlights your ability to provide guidance and support to team members, demonstrating your leadership and coaching skills.
• United : This verb emphasizes your ability to bring people together and work towards a common goal.
• Volunteered : This verb demonstrates your willingness to step up and contribute to the team, highlighting your teamwork and initiative.

By using these power verbs, you can effectively communicate your teamwork experience and skills to potential employers. Remember to use them in a way that accurately reflects your experience and accomplishments, and be sure to provide specific examples to back up your claims.

Power Verbs for Problem Solving

When facing a problem, it’s essential to communicate effectively and confidently. Using power verbs can help you convey your message more strongly and efficiently. Here are some power verbs that can be used for problem-solving:

• Analyze:  To examine something in detail and identify its essential features and elements.
• Evaluate:  To assess the significance, worth, or quality of something.
• Identify:  To recognize and name something accurately.
• Solve:  To find a solution to a problem or issue.
• Implement:  To put a plan or solution into action.
• Collaborate:  To work together with others to achieve a common goal.
• Innovate:  To introduce new ideas or methods to solve a problem.
• Optimize:  To make the best use of something or to improve its efficiency.
• Refine:  To make small improvements to something to make it better.
• Streamline:  To simplify a process to make it more efficient.

By using these power verbs, you can show your problem-solving skills and communicate your ideas more effectively. For example, instead of saying, “I worked on a problem,” you can say, “I analyzed the issue and implemented an innovative solution that optimized the process.”

Power Verbs for Achievements

In English, power verbs are action words that have positive meanings. They can help you communicate your achievements and rewards more strongly and confidently. When you’re writing a resume or other job application materials, it’s critical to mention your achievements and rewards to convey your skills, ability to complete projects, and excel at tasks.

Here are some power verbs you can use to describe your achievements:

• For example, “ I achieved a 25% increase in sales last quarter. “
• For example, “ I completed a major website redesign project on time and under budget. “
• For example, “ I exceeded my sales targets by 50% last year. “
• For example, “ I implemented a new customer service program that improved customer satisfaction ratings by 20%. “
• For example, “ I streamlined our inventory management system, reducing waste and saving the company $50,000 annually. “

Power Verbs for Creativity

As we all know, creativity is a crucial aspect of our lives, whether it be in our personal or professional lives. Using power verbs to describe our creative abilities can help us stand out from the crowd. Here are some power verbs that can be used to describe creativity:

• Conceptualize

By using these power verbs, we can effectively communicate our creative abilities to potential employers, clients, or colleagues. For example, instead of saying “I came up with a new idea,” we can say “I innovated a new solution that increased productivity by 50%.”

Power Verbs for Job Applications

When applying for a job, it is important to use power verbs in your resume and cover letter. Power verbs can help you communicate your skills and accomplishments more effectively. Here are some power verbs that you can use in your job application:

• Coordinated
• Implemented
• Streamlined

Using these power verbs can help you stand out from other applicants and demonstrate your value to potential employers. However, it is important to use them appropriately and accurately. Don’t use a power verb just for the sake of using one – make sure it accurately reflects your experience and accomplishments.

In addition to using power verbs, it is also important to quantify your achievements whenever possible. For example, instead of saying “improved sales,” you could say “increased sales by 20%.” This helps to make your accomplishments more tangible and impressive.

Power Verbs for Presentations

In any presentation, it is important to use powerful and effective language to engage your audience and convey your message with confidence. This is where power verbs come in handy. Power verbs are action words that have a positive and strong meaning in English, making them perfect for presentations.

Using power verbs can help you communicate your message more effectively and confidently, which can make a big difference in how your audience perceives you and your presentation. Some examples of power verbs that you can use in your presentations include:

• Inspire : to fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something
• Motivate : to provide someone with a reason to do something
• Engage : to attract and hold someone’s attention
• Persuade : to convince someone to do or believe something
• Impress : to make someone feel admiration and respect

By using these power verbs, you can make your presentation more engaging and persuasive, and leave a lasting impression on your audience.

Practice and Exercises with Answers

Now that we have covered what power verbs are and how to use them, it’s time to practice! In this section, we will provide you with some exercises to help you strengthen your knowledge of power verbs.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate power verb from the list below:

• The new employee __________ the project with great enthusiasm.
• The CEO __________ the company’s profits in the last quarter.
• The team __________ a new strategy to increase sales.
• The teacher __________ the students to always try their best.

Power Verbs: innovate, motivate, initiate, analyze

Exercise 2: Match the Definition

Match the power verb with its correct definition:

A. To make something as good as it can be B. To make something easier or more convenient C. To assess the value or quality of something D. To convince someone to do something

Exercise 3: Rewrite the Sentence

Rewrite the following sentence using a power verb:

• The manager was happy with the team’s progress.

Answer: The manager was pleased with the team’s progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some strong action verbs to use in lesson plans?

When creating lesson plans, it’s important to use strong action verbs to clearly communicate the intended learning outcomes. Some examples of strong action verbs to use in lesson plans include: analyze, compare, contrast, create, evaluate, explain, identify, interpret, and summarize. By using these verbs, we can guide students towards specific learning goals and help them to develop critical thinking skills.

What are some power verbs that students can use to improve their writing?

In order to improve their writing, students can use power verbs to make their writing more engaging and effective. Some examples of power verbs that students can use include: persuade, convince, describe, illustrate, demonstrate, and narrate . By using these verbs, students can create more vivid and descriptive writing that captures the reader’s attention.

What are some powerful verbs to use on a resume?

When creating a resume, it’s important to use powerful verbs to highlight your skills and accomplishments. Some examples of powerful verbs to use on a resume include: achieved, created, developed, implemented, managed, organized, and supervised. By using these verbs, we can showcase our achievements and demonstrate our value to potential employers.

What are some action verbs to use when trying to convey knowledge?

When trying to convey knowledge, it’s important to use action verbs to clearly communicate the intended message. Some examples of action verbs to use when trying to convey knowledge include: explain, demonstrate, illustrate, teach, and train. By using these verbs, we can effectively communicate complex ideas and help others to understand and learn.

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280+ Strong Verbs: 3 Tips to Strengthen Your Verbs in Writing 

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Strong verbs transform your writing from drab, monotonous, unclear, and amateurish to engaging, professional, and emotionally powerful.

Which is all to say, if you're not using strong verbs in your writing, you're missing one of the most important stylistic techniques.

Why listen to Joe? I've been a professional writer for more than a decade, writing in various different formats and styles. I've written formal nonfiction books, descriptive novels, humorous memoir chapters, and conversational but informative online articles (like this one!).

In short, I earn a living in part by writing (and revising) using strong verbs selected for each type of writing I work on. I hope you find the tips on verbs below useful! And if you want to skip straight to the verb list below, click here to see over 200 strong verbs.

Hemingway clung to a writing rule that said, “Use vigorous English.” In fact, Hemingway was more likely to use verbs than any other part of speech, far more than typical writing, according to LitCharts :

But what are strong verbs? And how do you avoid weak ones?

In this post, you'll learn the three best techniques to find weak verbs in your writing and replace them with strong ones. We'll also look at a list of the strongest verbs for each type of writing, including the strongest verbs to use.

What are Strong Verbs?

Strong verbs, in a stylistic sense, are powerful verbs that are specific and vivid verbs. They are most often in active voice and communicate action precisely.

The Top 7 Strong Verbs

Here are the top 7 I found when I reviewed a couple of my favorite books. See if you agree and tell me in the comments.  

Think about the vivid and specific image each of these strong verbs conjures. Each one asserts precision.

It's true that writers will use descriptive verbs that best fit their character, story, and style, but it's interesting to note trends.

For example, Hemingway most often used verbs like: galloped, punched, lashed, and baited. Each of these verbs evokes a specific motion, as well as a tone. Consider how Hemingway's verbs stack up against weaker counterparts:

None of the weaker verbs are incorrect, but they don't pack the power of Hemingway's strong action verbs, especially for his story lines, characters, and style. These are verbs that are forward-moving and aggressive in tone. (Like his characters!)

Consider how those choices differ significantly than a few from Virginia Woolf's opening page of Mrs. Dalloway :

Notice how Woolf's choices create the vibrant, descriptive style that marks her experimental novel and its main character. Consider the difference between “perched” and “sat.” “Perched” suggests an image of a bird, balancing on a wire. Applied to people, it connotes an anxiousness or readiness to stand again. “Sat” is much less specific. 

The strongest verbs for your own writing will depend on a few things: your story, the main character,  the genre, and the style that is uniquely yours. How do you choose then? Let's look at three tips to edit out weak, boring verbs. 

How to Edit for Strong Verbs FAST

So how do you root out those weak verbs and revise them quickly? Here are a few tips. 

1. Search for Weak Verbs

All verbs can be strong if they're used in specific, detailed, and descriptive sentences.

The issue comes when verbs are overused, doing more work than they're intended for, watering down the writing. 

Here are some verbs that tend to weaken your writing:

Did you notice that most of these are “to be” verbs? That's because “to be” verbs are linking verbs or state of being verbs. Their purpose is to describe conditions.

For example, in the sentence “They are happy,” the verb “are” is used to describe the state of the subject. 

There's nothing particularly wrong with linking verbs. Writers who have a reputation for strong writing, like Ernest Hemingway or Cormac McCarthy, use linking verbs constantly.

The problem comes when you overuse them. Linking verbs tend to involve more telling  vs. showing .

Strong verbs, on the other hand, are usually action verbs, like whack, said, ran, lassoed, and spit (see more in the list below). 

The most important thing is to use the best verb for the context, while emphasizing specific, important details.

Take a look at the following example early into Hemingway's  For Whom the Bell Tolls :

The young man, who was studying the country, took his glasses from the pocket of his faded, khaki flannel shirt, wiped the lenses with a handkerchief, screwed the eyepieces around until the boards of the mill showed suddenly clearly and he saw the wooden bench beside the door; the huge pile of sawdust that rose behind the open shed where the circular saw was , and a stretch of the flume that brought the logs down from the mountainside on the other bank of the stream.

I've highlighted all the verbs. You can see here that Hemingway does use the word “was,” but most of the verbs are action verbs, wiped, took, screwed, saw, etc. The result of this single sentence is that the audience pictures the scene with perfect clarity.

Here's another example from Naomi Novick's Deadly Education:

He was only a few steps from my desk chair, still hunched panting over the bubbling purplish smear of the soul-eater that was now steadily oozing into the narrow cracks between the floor tiles, the better to spread all over my room. The fading incandescence on his hands was illuminating his face, not an extraordinary face or anything: he had a big beaky nose that would maybe be dramatic one day when the rest of his face caught up, but for now was just too large, and his forehead was dripping sweat and plastered with his silver-grey hair that he hadn’t cut for three weeks too long.

Vivid right? You can see that again, she incorporates weaker verbs (was, had) into her writing, but the majority are highly descriptive action verbs like hunched, illuminating, spread, plastered, and dripping.

Don't be afraid of linking verbs, state verbs, or helping verbs, but emphasize action words to make your writing more powerful.

2. Remove Adverbs and Replace the Verbs to Make Them Stronger

Adverbs add more detail and qualifications to verbs or adjectives. You can spot them because they usually end in “-ly,” like the word “usually” in this sentence, or frequently, readily, happily, etc.

Adverbs get a bad rap from writers.

“I believe the road to hell is paved with adverbs,” Stephen King said.

“Adverbs are dead to me. They cannot excite me,” said Mark Twain . 

“I was taught to distrust adjectives,” said Hemingway, “as I would later learn to distrust certain people in certain situations.”

Even Voltaire jumped in on the adverb dogpile, saying, “Adjectives are frequently the greatest enemy of the substantive.”

All of these writers, though, used adverbs when necessary. Still, the average writer uses them far more than they did.

Adverbs signal weak verbs. After all, why use two words, an adverb and a verb, when one strong verb can do.

Look at the following examples of adverbs with weak verbs replaced by stronger verbs:

• He ran quickly –> He sprinted
• She said loudly –> She shouted
• He ate hungrily –> He devoured his meal
• They talked quietly –> They whispered

Strive for simple, strong, clear language over padding your writing with  more  words. 

You don't need to completely remove adverbs from your writing. Hemingway himself used them frequently. But cultivating a healthy distrust of adverbs seems to be a sign of wisdom among writers.

3. Stop Hedging and “Eliminate Weasel Words”

Amazon's third tip for writing for employees is “Eliminate Weasel Words,” and that advice applies to verbs too.

Instead of “nearly all customers,” say, “89 percent of customers.”

Instead of “significantly better,” say, “a 43 percent improvement.”

Weasel words are a form of hedging.

Hedging allows you to avoid commitment by using qualifiers such as “probably,” “maybe,” “sometimes,” “often,” “nearly always,” “I think,” “It seems,” and so on.

Hedge words or phrases soften the impact of a statement or to reduce the level of commitment to the statement's accuracy.

By eliminating hedging, you're forced to strengthen all your language, including verbs.

What do you really think about something? Don't say, “I think.” Stand by it. A thing is or isn't. You don't  think  it is or believe it is. You stand by it.

If you write courageously with strength of opinion, your verbs grow stronger as well.

Beware the Thesaurus: Strong Verbs are Simple Verbs

I caveat this advice with the advice to beware thesauruses.

Strong writing is almost always simple writing. 

Writers who replace verbs like “was” and “get” with long, five-syllable verbs that mean the same thing as a simple, one-syllable verb don't actually communicate more clearly.

To prepare for this article, I studied the verb use in the first chapters of several books by my favorite authors, including Ernest Hemingway's  For Whom the Bell Tolls  and Naomi Novik's Deadly Education.

Hemingway has a bigger reputation as a stylist and a “great” writer, but I found that Novik's verb choice was just as strong and even slightly more varied. 

Hemingway tended to use simpler, shorter verbs, though, often repeating verbs, whereas Novik's verbs were longer and often more varied.

I love both of these writers, but if you're measuring strength, simplicity will most often win.

In dialogue this is especially important . Writers sometimes try to find every synonym for the word, “said” to describe the exact timber and attitude of how a character is speaking.

This becomes a distraction from the dialogue itself. In dialogue, the words spoken should speak for themselves, not whatever synonym the writer has looked up for “said.” 

Writers should use simple speaker tags like “said” and “asked” as a rule, only varying that occasionally when the situation warrants it.

270+ Strong Verbs List

We've argued strong verbs are detailed, descriptive, action verbs, and below, I list over 200 strong verbs to make your writing better.

I compiled this list directly from the first chapters of some of my favorite books, already mentioned previously,  For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway,  Deadly Education  by Naomi Novik, and The Undoing Project   by Michael Lewis.

This is a necessarily simplified list, taken only from the first chapters of those books.  There are thousands of strong verbs, usually action verbs, but these are a good start.

I've also sorted them alphabetically and put them into present tense.

• Intellectualize

The Best Way to Learn to Use Strong Verbs

The above tips will help get you started using strong verbs, but the best way to learn how to grow as a writer with your verbs is through reading.

But not just reading, studying the work of your favorite writers carefully and then trying to emulate it, especially in the genre you write in.

As Cormac McCarthy, who passed away recently, said, “The unfortunate truth is that books are made from books.”

If you want to grow as a writer, start with the books you love. Then adapt your style from there.

Which tip will help you use more strong verbs in your writing today? Let me know in the comments.  

Choose one of the following three practice exercises:

1. Study the verb use in the first chapter of one of your favorite books. Write down all of the verbs the author uses. Roughly what percentage are action verbs versus linking verbs? What else do you notice about their verb choice?

2. Free write for fifteen minutes using only action verbs and avoiding all “to be” verbs and adverbs.

3. Edit a piece that you've written, replacing the majority of linking verbs with action verbs and adverbs with stronger verbs.

Share your practice in the Pro Practice Workshop here , and give feedback to a few other writers. 

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Power Verbs in English

What are power verbs?

Power verbs are action words that have positive meanings in English. When you use a power verb, you can communicate your message more strongly and confidently than when using other verbs. This is especially useful when you are applying for a job and want to appear as a confident and competent candidate. Power verbs can also make your writing more interesting and help prevent you from using the same words too many times.

The following sentences are examples from the Work Experience section of a resume. Notice the differences between the sentences.

Made new software for ABC Company. → Made is a weaker verb. Developed new software for ABC Company. → Developed is a power verb. You sound more confident and interesting using ‘developed’ .

Where can I use power verbs?

Power verbs are useful in many situations. They are especially great for resumes, job interviews, and academic writing like essays.

Before you use a power verb…

• Make sure you understand the exact meaning of the power verb you are going to use. You don’t want to make a mistake with the word, especially on a resume.
• Look the word up in a dictionary, search the internet for examples of sentences where it has been used, and if possible, find someone to check your sentence to make sure that you’ve used it correctly.
• Make sure you are comfortable with the word before you use it.

Weak verbs to avoid: ☹

Here is a list of verbs you should avoid on your resume where possible:

GENERAL POWER VERB LIST

• investigated
• revitalized
• synthesized
• demonstrate

Weak Words: TALK , SPEAK , WRITE , COMMUNICATE

• communicate
• collaborate
• disseminate

Weak word: use, weak word: get, weak word: change , make something better , get results.

• recognize for (passive verb = “is/was recognized for”)

Weak Word: HELP

Weak word: add, weak word: start, power verbs for specific industries.

Here are some power verbs we often use when talking about our experience in certain jobs and industries. This is not a complete list of power verbs. I have covered some of the most common power verbs in the list below, but there are many more. Please note that the same power verbs can be used for many different jobs, so if you see a power verb in one job category such as medicine, it may also apply to a different job too.

Customer Service, Tourism, Hospitality, Retail Store

• accommodate

Law & Legal Professions

• interviewed
• investigate

Leader & Management

• consolidate
• orchestrate

Business, Finance, Accounting

• account for

Public Sector & Government

Administrative, clerical, receptionist, secretary, teaching & advising, researcher, scientist, academic, it, computers, tech.

• rehabilitate

Machine Operator

• manufacture

Watch my video on power verbs for a full explanation of how to use them in your resume, with examples:

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Powerful Verbs: A Quick & Easy Guide To Power Up Your Writing

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As a reader or writer, you will notice that not all verbs are created equal. You know a powerful verb when you read one in a book or write one because its effect on the context of the writing is far superior to that of a standard or weak verb. This article will explain what powerful verbs are and how they can improve your writing. There will also be several examples of strong verbs to point out the difference between a powerful verb and a weak verb.

What Is a Powerful Verb?

Before you can start choosing powerful verbs, you have to know what a verb is. Verbs are necessary to almost any sentence, describing the state of being. Verbs tell the reader what actions are taking place, and the words you choose as verbs can strengthen or weaken your story.

Powerful verbs are verbs that you can use in your writing to describe better the action or state of being of a character. Here is an example of a murder story that uses several verbs.

Example: June couldn’t believe what she had just witnessed. The murderer, caught in the act, right in front of her. She wasn’t sure that he had seen her  looking  through the curtain of the restaurant into the alley where he’d  killed  his victim, but she wasn’t going to wait to find out.

She  grabbed  her purse, didn’t even  bother  to pay for her meal, and ran out of the restaurant to go to the police station two blocks away.  Opening  the door to the station, she  approached  the front desk and  said , “I’ve just seen a murder take place in the alley next to Abuela’s Casita restaurant. You’ve got to go now. He may still be there.” The officer at the desk was  surprised  and  asked  her to repeat herself. “Just go now! Someone has been killed,” June  told  the officer. 

In the example paragraphs above, you have a murder that has taken place with one eyewitness. While the example is an okay piece of writing, it is chock full of weak verbs. A simple look at a strong verbs list could have helped this writer tremendously. Here is the edited version of the example murder story above, replacing the weak verbs with strong ones.

Example: June couldn’t believe what she had just witnessed. The murderer, caught in the act, right in front of her. She wasn’t sure that he had seen her  gawking  through the curtain of the restaurant where he’d  butchered  his latest victim, but she wasn’t going to wait to find out.

Snatching  her purse and not even  bothering  to pay for her meal, she ran out of the restaurant and down the two short blocks to the police station.  Throwing  open the door to the station, she  ambushed  the front desk. “I’ve just seen a murder take place in the alley next to Abuela’s Casita restaurant! You’ve got to go now. He may still be there,” she  panted, doubled over  and out of breath. The officer at the desk,  shocked ,  demanded  that she repeat herself. “Just go now! Someone has been killed,” June  screeched . 

In the edited version of the story, you can see that the writer started using strong verbs. These words mean the same thing, and the story does not change, but the tone does. Using powerful verbs in your story can push the plot forward and is a great way to give your characters life and be more descriptive to keep the readers engaged.

Powerful Verbs List

You can find many powerful verbs online or in books, or even from teachers, that will give you exciting, descriptive, powerful words to use as verbs. This list is often called a strong verbs list or a power verbs list. The meaning of the words stays the same, but when you replace a regular verb with one of these words, the text will usually matter more to the person reading your work.

Nouns are given more power, the idea of the text takes on more meaning, and you will have more compelling writing. You will find that the quality of your work is elevated with the use of powerful verbs. Below is a small power verbs list, but remember that this is a sample of the verbs available to replace weak or dull verbs.

Powerful Verbs Examples

• Use: screamed, cried, whispered, groaned, sobbed, choked, muttered, stuttered
• Use: gazed, witnessed, examined, stalked, peeked, gawked, stared
• Use: sauntered, stomped, stumbled, tripped, skipped, tip-toed
• Use: sobbed, wept, melted, blubbered, whimpered
• Use: Discovered, uncovered, revealed, collected, unearthed

You can also benefit by writing up your own list of powerful verbs. You can easily do this by writing common verbs that might be considered weak or cliché, and making a list below of stronger verbs that better describe the way people behave in real life, are more exciting, and do a better job of creating a good story. Then, when you start to overuse a weaker verb in your writing, you can replace it with a verb on the list you have created.

Too Much of a Good Thing

Do not think that just because you can replace a standard verb with a powerful verb, you must do it all the time—this is not true. Too much of a good thing is a bad thing. Remember that sometimes people just say something. They do not always have to whisper or shout or sob. Sometimes people just find things. They do not always stumble upon, unearth, or discover something.

Overly using powerful verbs in your fiction writing will instantly lose the audience’s attention because they will be too busy getting through all of the clunky and extremely varied languages. Take note of these pieces of advice:

• Develop the best story by playing the scenes out in your head.
• Boost sentences that you think need to hit harder with powerful verbs.
• Leave unimportant sentences alone with a regular verb. Readers will understand the difference and appreciate it.

Once you learn to table a weaker verb in favor of a powerful verb when necessary, you will start to see more impactful and strong writing. Just keep in mind that you are looking for accurate verbs to describe the scene, not unnecessarily ornate words, so it can be proven you own a thesaurus.

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Verbs are action words, right? We all remember that from elementary school. Verbs describe the action that is taking place.

But verbs don't have to surrender all the fun and emotional power to adjectives —the words that traditionally paint the pictures in our heads. As a matter of fact, the most powerful writers use verbs quite effectively to illustrate their writing.

Review Your Verbs

After you complete a draft of your paper, it might be a good idea to conduct a verb inventory. Just read over your draft and underline all your verbs. Do you see repetition? Are you bored?

Verbs like said, walked, looked, and thought can be replaced with more descriptive words like mumbled, sauntered, eyeballed, and pondered . Here are a few more suggestions:

• severed (with his eyes)

Get Creative With Verbs

One way to make verbs more interesting is to invent them from other word forms. Sounds illegal, doesn't it? But it's not like you're printing dollar bills in your basement.

One type of noun that works well is animal types, since some animals have very strong characteristics. Skunks, for instance, have a reputation for being stinky or spoiling the air.

Do the following statements evoke powerful images?

• He skunked the party up with his cologne... She snaked the hallways... She wormed her way out of the class...

Jobs as Verbs

Another noun type that works well is names of occupations. We often use doctor as a verb, as in the following sentence:

• She doctored the paper until it was perfect.

Doesn't that evoke the image of a woman hovering over a piece of writing, tools in hand, crafting and nurturing the paper to perfection? What other occupations could paint such a clear scene? How about police ?

• Mrs. Parsons policed her garden until it was completely pest free.

You can get very creative with unusual verbs:

• bubble-wrapped the insult (to suggest that the insult was surrounded by "softer" words)
• tabled your idea

But you do have to use colorful verbs tactfully. Use good judgment and don't overdo the creativity. Language is like clothing--too much color can be just plain odd.

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50 Verbs of Analysis for English Academic Essays

In English, we often have to analyze data, research, or facts. Do you know how to do this effectively, while using the appropriate verbs of analysis? This list of 50 verbs of analysis in English will help you.

Note: this list is for advanced English learners (CEFR level B2 or above). All definitions are from the Cambridge Dictionary online . 

Definition: to have an influence on someone or something, or to cause a change in someone or something.

Example: Experts agree that coffee affects the body in ways we have not yet studied.

Definition: to increase the size or effect of something.

Example: It has been shown that this drug amplifies the side effects that were experienced by patients in previous trials.

Definition: to say that something is certainly true .

Example: Smith asserts that his findings are valid, despite criticism by colleagues.

Characterizes

Definition: Something that characterizes another thing is typical of it.

Example: His early paintings are characterized by a distinctive pattern of blue and yellow.

Definition: to say that something is true or is a fact , although you cannot prove it and other people might not believe it.

Example: Smith claims that the study is the first of its kind, and very different from the 2015 study he conducted.

Definition: to make something clear or easier to understand by giving more details or a simpler explanation .

Example: The professor clarified her statement with a later, more detailed, statement.

Definition: t o collect information from different places and arrange it in a book , report , or list .

Example: After compiling the data, the scientists authored a ten-page paper on their study and its findings.

Definition: to judge or decide something after thinking carefully about it.

Example: Doctor Jensen concluded that the drug wasn’t working, so he switched his patient to a new medicine.

Definition: to prove that a belief or an opinion that was previously not completely certain is true .

Example: This new data confirms the hypothesis many researchers had.

Definition: to join or be joined with something else .

Example: By including the criticisms of two researchers, Smith connects two seemingly different theories and illustrates a trend with writers of the Romanticism period.

Differentiates

Definition: to show or find the difference between things that are compared .

Example: Smith differentiates between the two theories in paragraph 4 of the second part of the study.

Definition: to reduce or be reduced in s i ze or importance .

Example: The new findings do not diminish the findings of previous research; rather, it builds on it to present a more complicated theory about the effects of global warming.

Definition: to cause people to stop respecting someone or believing in an idea or person .

Example: The details about the improper research done by the institution discredits the institution’s newest research.

Definition: to show.

Example: Smith’s findings display the effects of global warming that have not yet been considered by other scientists.

Definition: to prove that something is not true .

Example: Scientists hope that this new research will disprove the myth that vaccines are harmful to children.

Distinguishes

Definition: to notice or understand the difference between two things, or to make one person or thing seem different from another.

Example: Our study seems similar to another one by Duke University: how can we distinguish ourselves and our research from this study?

Definition: to add more information to or explain something that you have said.

Example: In this new paper, Smith elaborates on theories she discussed in her 2012 book.

Definition:  to represent a quality or an idea exactly .

Example: Shakespeare embodies English theater, but few can understand the antiquated (old) form of English that is used in the plays.

Definition: to copy something achieved by someone else and try to do it as well as they have.

Example: Although the study emulates some of the scientific methods used in previous research, it also offers some inventive new research methods.

Definition: to improve the quality , amount , or strength of something.

Example: The pharmaceutical company is looking for ways to enhance the effectiveness of its current drug for depression.

Definition: to make something necessary , or to involve something.

Example: The scientist’s study entails several different stages, which are detailed in the report.

Definition: to consider one thing to be the same as or equal to another thing.

Example: Findings from both studies equate; therefore, we can conclude that they are both accurate.

Establishes

Definition: to discover or get proof of something.

Example: The award establishes the main causes of global warming.

Definition: to make someone remember something or feel an emotion .

Example: The artist’s painting evokes the work of some of the painters from the early 1800s.

Definition: to show something.

Example: Some of the research study participants exhibit similar symptoms while taking the medicine.

Facilitates

Definition: to make something possible or easier .

Example: The equipment that facilitates the study is expensive and of high-quality.

Definition: the main or central point of something, especially of attention or interest .

Example: The author focuses on World War II, which is an era she hasn’t written about before.

Foreshadows

Definition: to act as a warning or sign of a future event .

Example: The sick bird at the beginning of the novel foreshadows the illness the main character develops later in the book.

Definition: to develop all the details of a plan for doing something.

Example: Two teams of scientists formulated the research methods for the study.

Definition: to cause something to exist .

Example: The study’s findings have generated many questions about this new species of frog in South America.

Definition:   to attract attention to or emphasize something important .

Example: The author, Dr. Smith, highlights the need for further studies on the possible causes of cancer among farm workers.

Definition: to recognize a problem , need, fact , etc. and to show that it exists .

Example: Through this study, scientists were able to identify three of the main factors causing global warming.

Illustrates

Definition:   to show the meaning or truth of something more clearly , especially by giving examples .

Example: Dr. Robin’s study illustrates the need for more research on the effects of this experimental drug.

Definition: to communicate an idea or feeling without saying it directly .

Example: The study implies that there are many outside factors (other than diet and exercise) which determine a person’s tendency to gain weight.

Incorporates

Definition: to include something as part of something larger .

Example: Dr. Smith incorporates research findings from 15 other studies in her well-researched paper.

Definition: to show, point , or make clear in another way.

Example: Overall, the study indicates that there is no real danger (other than a lack of sleep) to drinking three cups of coffee per day.

Definition: to form an opinion or guess that something is true because of the information that you have.

Example: From this study about a new medicine, we can infer that it will work similarly to other drugs that are currently being sold.

Definition: to tell someone about parti c ular facts .

Example: Dr. Smith informs the reader that there are some issues with this study: the oddly rainy weather in 2017 made it difficult for them to record the movements of the birds they were studying.

Definition: to suggest , without being direct , that something unpleasant is true .

Example: In addition to the reported conclusions, the study insinuates that there are many hidden dangers to driving while texting.

Definition: to combine two or more things in order to become more effective .

Example: The study about the popularity of social media integrates Facebook and Instagram hashtag use.

Definition: to not have or not have enough of something that is needed or wanted .

Example: What the study lacks, I believe, is a clear outline of the future research that is needed.

Legitimizes

Definition: to make something legal or acceptable .

Example: Although the study legitimizes the existence of global warming, some will continue to think it is a hoax.

Definition: to make a problem bigger or more important .

Example: In conclusion, the scientists determined that the new pharmaceutical actually magnifies some of the symptoms of anxiety.

Definition: something that a copy can be based on because it is an extremely good example of its type .

Example: The study models a similar one from 1973, which needed to be redone with modern equipment.

Definition: to cause something to have no effect .

Example: This negates previous findings that say that sulphur in wine gives people headaches.

Definition: to not give enough c a re or attention to people or things that are your responsibility .

Example: The study neglects to mention another study in 2015 that had very different findings.

Definition: to make something difficult to discover and understand .

Example: The problems with the equipment obscures the study.

Definition: a description of the main facts about something.

Example: Before describing the research methods, the researchers outline the need for a study on the effects of anti-anxiety medication on children.

Definition:   to fail to notice or consider something or someone.

Example: I personally feel that the study overlooks something very important: the participants might have answered some of the questions incorrectly.

Definition: to happen at the same time as something else , or be similar or equal to something else .

Example: Although the study parallels the procedures of a 2010 study, it has very different findings.

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Tips for choosing power verbs.  1. Take time to choose the one that most accurately describes what you did. 2. Use past tense verbs - even for current positions for uniformity. 3. Try not to repeat the same verbs throughout your resume. 

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Example: Developed and implemented a training program that resulted in a 45% increase in employee satisfaction

Example: Coordinated weekly office schedules for 8 employees

Example: Handled 20-35+ customer calls per shift regarding coverage changes, renewal rates and billing procedures

Supervising

Example: Developed and supervised the implementation of new computer filing system that reduced paper use by 35%

Example: Trained 20+ new employees in computer procedures over a 2-year period

Getting Results

Example: Increased student participation by 25% over a 6-month period

Problem Solving

Example: Streamlined ordering through the use of computer technology, decreasing wait time from 6 to 2 days

Quantitative

Example: converted files from COBAL to JAVA in order to increase compatibility with current systems

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Example: Presented to groups of 30+ transfer students on a weekly basis concerning university policies and procedures

Example: Provided academic support for 30+ at-risk primary school students through comprehensive after-school program

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Action Verbs List: Power Words for Your Resume and More

Krystal N. Craiker

Action verbs , also called action words, are vivid verbs that show a state of doing rather than a state of being.

Using strong action verbs is great for all types of writing, from fiction to business writing. But great action verbs are especially important for resumes. They impress hiring managers and HR representatives and help you get interviews.

We’ve compiled a list of resume action verbs you can use to beef up your job duties and work experience, making you a standout candidate for any job.

What Are Action Verbs (AKA Action Words)?

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We can divide verbs into two categories: being verbs and doing verbs.

Being verbs show a state of existing rather than demonstrating an action. For example, you might say that in a past job you were a customer service representative.

An action verb, on the other hand, will focus on what you actually did. You helped customers with their problems and questions. You improved customer satisfaction.

When we talk about resume action verbs, however, we are often talking about power verbs . These are action verbs that are extra strong. They’re specific and positive, and they make your resume stand out to hiring managers.

For example, you resolved customer complaints. You achieved a 96% customer satisfaction rate. You recommended solutions based on customers' needs.

Action verbs are a good way to avoid using the passive voice in your resume, as well. Passive voice doesn’t showcase you as a worker the way active voice does.

To understand the best way to use the words in this action verbs list, let’s look at some examples of how to use action verbs in sentences.

Let’s say you want to describe your professional experience in sales to potential employers. You want to craft a perfect summary to put at the top of your resume or CV.

Let’s check out an example of a resume summary that uses more being verbs, or weak verbs, rather than strong action verbs.

• I am a seasoned sales manager who has a good rapport with my clients. I like to use data-driven sales techniques. I want to find a position where I am part of a team that can increase sales and have lasting client relationships.

Note the use of words like “am,” “like,” and “has.” These are weak because they aren’t descriptive. But the resume action words can make this summary shine. Let’s look at an improved resume summary.

• As a seasoned sales manager, I develop a rapport with my clients while implementing data-driven sales techniques. I’m eager to find a position where I can collaborate with a team to improve revenue and build lasting client relationships.

These summaries say the same thing, but one shows what you can DO, rather than who you are or what you want.

If you want to stand out to a hiring manager, it’s best to avoid a generic resume. Resume action words are the easiest way to take your resume to the next level.

A great place to find action verbs to use is in job descriptions. You should tweak your resume to each position you apply for. Using some of the same words from a job description will help you get past automated hiring software.

But you also don’t want to look like you just copied a job posting. So, use action verbs for your base resume to describe your past experience, and then sprinkle some of the job description words in.

Use the following action verbs list to craft an exceptional base resume. We’ve divided the first part of this list into different types of job duties and careers.

Powerful Action Verbs for Leadership

Leadership requires excellent people skills and innovation. Using words like “managed” or “lead” are dull. Here are some powerful action verbs you can use to describe your leadership roles or include in your skills section.

• Administered
• Centralized
• Consolidated
• Established
• Facilitated
• Interviewed
• Orchestrated
• Reorganized
• Spearheaded

Action Verbs List for Lead Generation and Sales

Words like “found leads“ and “sold“ are overused in resumes. Here’s a list of action verbs to better demonstrate your relevant experience in lead generation and sales.

• Communicated
• Corresponded

Action Verbs List for Customer Support

Supporting customers when they have complaints and questions requires valuable interpersonal skills that many people overlook.

Customer service representatives must understand company policies, products, and communication systems while also problem solving and maintaining a cheery attitude.

If you have professional experience in customer support, use this action verbs list.

• Demonstrated
• Represented

Action Verbs List for Research

Whether you have a job as a researcher or research is a major component of your career, there are many ways to describe the various responsibilities that come with research.

Researchers do more than just look for information. They must ask questions, organize data, and present their findings. Check out these great action verbs for research positions.

• Co-authored
• Experimented
• Hypothesized
• Interpreted
• Inventoried
• Recommended
• Standardized
• Systematized

Action Verbs List for Communication

Most jobs require excellent communication skills. Everyone says they have good communication skills on their resumes. But don’t just tell. Show you know how to communicate with strong resume action words

We’ve already included some communication verbs in the previous sections, but here are more ways to say you are an exceptional communicator.

• Conceptualized

Action Verbs List for Success and Achievement

Resumes are an opportunity to brag about what you’ve achieved. Talking about your achievements is more than listing awards.

Success can include reaching or exceeding numerical goals for your position, implementing great ideas, and more. Use this action verbs list to highlight successes in your professional life.

• Accelerated
• Accomplished
• Outperformed
• Strengthened
• Transformed

With so many job types in the world, we can’t list every power verb for your specific resume. If you haven’t found the right words for your job description or professional skills, this action verbs list includes a range of words from generic to industry-specific.

• Adjudicated
• Collaborated
• Constructed
• Differentiated
• Familiarized
• Illustrated
• Incorporated
• Prioritized
• Restructured
• Scrutinized
• Specialized
• Transcribed
• Troubleshot
• Volunteered

Action verbs are the quickest way to improve your resume and impress hiring managers.

You can use ProWritingAid not just to edit and proofread your resume and CV but also to help you find the best words. Double-click on any verb in the web editor to find synonyms.

You can also open the Word Explorer to find contextually related words to use to describe your professional experience.

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Whether you are writing a novel, essay, article, or email, good writing is an essential part of communicating your ideas., this guide contains the 20 most important writing tips and techniques from a wide range of professional writers..

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Krystal N. Craiker is the Writing Pirate, an indie romance author and blog manager at ProWritingAid. She sails the seven internet seas, breaking tropes and bending genres. She has a background in anthropology and education, which brings fresh perspectives to her romance novels. When she’s not daydreaming about her next book or article, you can find her cooking gourmet gluten-free cuisine, laughing at memes, and playing board games. Krystal lives in Dallas, Texas with her husband, child, and basset hound.

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NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft is depicted in this artist’s concept traveling through interstellar space, or the space between stars, which it entered in 2012.

After some inventive sleuthing, the mission team can — for the first time in five months — check the health and status of the most distant human-made object in existence.

For the first time since November , NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft is returning usable data about the health and status of its onboard engineering systems. The next step is to enable the spacecraft to begin returning science data again. The probe and its twin, Voyager 2, are the only spacecraft to ever fly in interstellar space (the space between stars).

Voyager 1 stopped sending readable science and engineering data back to Earth on Nov. 14, 2023, even though mission controllers could tell the spacecraft was still receiving their commands and otherwise operating normally. In March, the Voyager engineering team at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Southern California confirmed that the issue was tied to one of the spacecraft’s three onboard computers, called the flight data subsystem (FDS). The FDS is responsible for packaging the science and engineering data before it’s sent to Earth.

After receiving data about the health and status of Voyager 1 for the first time in five months, members of the Voyager flight team celebrate in a conference room at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory on April 20.

The team discovered that a single chip responsible for storing a portion of the FDS memory — including some of the FDS computer’s software code — isn’t working. The loss of that code rendered the science and engineering data unusable. Unable to repair the chip, the team decided to place the affected code elsewhere in the FDS memory. But no single location is large enough to hold the section of code in its entirety.

So they devised a plan to divide the affected code into sections and store those sections in different places in the FDS. To make this plan work, they also needed to adjust those code sections to ensure, for example, that they all still function as a whole. Any references to the location of that code in other parts of the FDS memory needed to be updated as well.

The team started by singling out the code responsible for packaging the spacecraft’s engineering data. They sent it to its new location in the FDS memory on April 18. A radio signal takes about 22 ½ hours to reach Voyager 1, which is over 15 billion miles (24 billion kilometers) from Earth, and another 22 ½ hours for a signal to come back to Earth. When the mission flight team heard back from the spacecraft on April 20, they saw that the modification worked: For the first time in five months, they have been able to check the health and status of the spacecraft.

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During the coming weeks, the team will relocate and adjust the other affected portions of the FDS software. These include the portions that will start returning science data.

Voyager 2 continues to operate normally. Launched over 46 years ago , the twin Voyager spacecraft are the longest-running and most distant spacecraft in history. Before the start of their interstellar exploration, both probes flew by Saturn and Jupiter, and Voyager 2 flew by Uranus and Neptune.

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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $7 Billion Solar for All Grants to Deliver Residential Solar, Saving Low-Income Americans $350 Million Annually and Advancing Environmental Justice Across America

EPA announces 60 selectees under Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund grant competition to deliver solar to more than 900,000 low-income and disadvantaged households nationwide through the President’s Investing in America agenda

April 22, 2024

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Washington – Today, April 22, as the Biden-Harris Administration celebrates Earth Day, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced 60 selectees that will receive $7 billion in grant awards through the Solar for All grant competition to deliver residential solar projects to over 900,000 households nationwide. The grant competition is funded by President Biden’s Investing in America agenda through the Inflation Reduction Act, which created EPA’s $27 billion Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund. The 60 selections under the $7 billion Solar for All program will provide funds to states, territories, Tribal governments, municipalities, and nonprofits across the country to develop long-lasting solar programs that enable low-income and disadvantaged communities to deploy and benefit from distributed residential solar, lowering energy costs for families, creating good-quality jobs in communities that have been left behind, advancing environmental justice and tackling climate change.

“Today we’re delivering on President Biden’s promise that no community is left behind by investing $7 billion in solar energy projects for over 900,000 households in low-income and disadvantaged communities,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “The selectees will advance solar energy initiatives across the country, creating hundreds of thousands of good-paying jobs, saving $8 billion in energy costs for families, delivering cleaner air, and combating climate change.” 

“Solar is the cheapest form of electricity—and one of the best ways to lower energy costs for American families,” said John Podesta, Senior Advisor to the President for International Climate Policy. “Today’s announcement of EPA’s Solar for All awards will mean that low-income communities, and not just well-off communities, will feel the cost-saving benefits of solar thanks to this investment.”

“Residential solar electricity leads to reduced monthly utility bills, reduced levels of air pollution in neighborhoods, and ultimately healthier communities, but too often low-income and disadvantaged communities have been left out. Today’s announcement will invest billions to ensure that affordable housing across the U.S. can access solar and increase energy efficiency and climate resilience,” said U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman. “HUD is honored to have played a key role in today’s monumental announcement, which will provide meaningful household savings to households in low-income and disadvantaged communities, reduce both greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs, and deliver electricity during grid outages for low-income households.”

“Sunlight is powering millions of homes across the nation, and we're working hard to ensure Americans everywhere can benefit from this affordable clean energy resource,” said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm. “DOE is proud to work alongside our partners at EPA and across the Federal government to help communities access the limitless energy of the sun to light their homes and power their businesses.”

“The United States can and must lead the world in transforming our energy systems away from fossil fuels,” said U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (VT). “The Solar for All program – legislation that I successfully introduced – will not only combat the existential threat of climate change by making solar energy available to working class families, it will also substantially lower the electric bills of Americans and create thousands of good-paying jobs. This is a win for the environment, a win for consumers, and a win for the economy.”

EPA estimates that the 60 Solar for All recipients will enable over 900,000 households in low-income and disadvantaged communities to deploy and benefit from distributed solar energy. This $7 billion investment will generate over $350 million in annual savings on electric bills for overburdened households. The program will reduce 30 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions cumulatively, from over four gigawatts of solar energy capacity unlocked for low-income communities over five years. Solar and distributed energy resources help improve electric grid reliability and climate resilience, which is especially important in disadvantaged communities that have long been underserved.

Solar for All will deliver on the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to creating high-quality jobs with the free and fair choice to join a union for workers across the United States. This $7 billion investment in clean energy will generate an estimated 200,000 jobs across the country. All selected applicants intend to invest in local, clean energy workforce development programs to expand equitable pathways into family-sustaining jobs for the communities they are designed to serve. At least 35% of selected applicants have already engaged local or national unions, demonstrating how these programs will contribute to the foundation of a clean energy economy built on strong labor standards and inclusive economic opportunity for all American communities.

The Solar for All program also advances President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative , which set the goal that 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal climate, clean energy, affordable and sustainable housing, and other investments flow to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized by underinvestment and overburdened by pollution. All of the funds awarded through the Solar for All program will be invested in low-income and disadvantaged communities. The program will also help meet the President’s goal of achieving a carbon pollution-free power sector by 2035 and net-zero emissions economy by no later than 2050.

Solar for All will expand existing low-income solar programs and launch new ones. The 60 selected applicants will serve households in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and territories, as well as increase access to solar for Tribes. EPA has selected 49 state-level awards totaling approximately $5.5 billion, six awards to serve Tribes totaling over $500 million, and five multistate awards totaling approximately $1 billion. Solar for All will deploy residential solar for households nationwide by not only providing grants and low-cost financing to overcome financial barriers to deployment but also by providing services to communities to overcome other barriers such as siting, permitting, and interconnection. A complete list of the selected applicants can be found on EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund Solar for All website.

The 60 selected applicants have committed to delivering on the three objectives of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund: reducing climate and air pollution; delivering benefits to low-income and disadvantaged communities; and mobilizing financing to spur additional deployment of affordable solar energy. Solar for All selected applicants are expanding existing low-income solar programs and launching new programs. In at least 25 states and territories nationwide, Solar for All is launching new programs where there has never been a substantial low-income solar program before. In these geographies, Solar for All selected applicants will open new markets for distributed solar by funding new programs that provide grants and low-cost financing for low-income, residential solar.

To date, many of the 60 selected Solar for All applicants have supported low-income and underserved communities in installing innovative residential solar projects. With this new funding, selectees can launch thousands more projects like these throughout every state and territory in the nation:

• The threat of storms is a major reason Athens, Georgia resident Delmira Jennings and her husband John used selected applicant Capital Good Fund's Georgia BRIGHT leasing program to install a 13-kilowatt solar and 10-kilowatt-hour battery system in February. “Last year, we spent two days without power after what seemed like a mini tornado,” Jennings said. After a recent outage, Jennings noted that she didn't even know she lost power. “The batteries kicked in and all the power items we were using were on battery backup.”
• Last year, the Northern Cheyenne Tribe, whose successful pilot initiative served as the basis for selected applicant Mandan, Hidatsa, Arikara (MHA) Nation’s Northern Plains Tribal Solar for All program, took major steps toward a clean energy future with the completion of the first phase of the White River Community Solar project. This project will deploy 15 solar systems at the homes of elders while piloting a groundbreaking approach to solar ownership and management that is intended to set an example for Tribes across the nation.
• Through its existing Solar on Multifamily Affordable Housing (SOMAH) program — a model for equitably providing solar to low-income renters in disadvantaged communities — selected applicant GRID Alternatives’ team in San Diego installed a solar energy system at Trolley Trestle, home to youth transitioning out of the foster care system. Energy cost savings estimated at over $600k over ten years, will be reinvested to provide additional services to those who call Trolley Trestle home, including more job and life skills training.

Review and Selection Process Information

The 60 applicants selected for funding were chosen through a competition review process. This multi-stage process included review from hundreds of experts in climate, power markets, environmental justice, labor, and consumer protection from EPA, Department of Energy, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Department of Treasury, Department of Agriculture, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Labor, Department of Defense, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the Department of Energy’s National Labs – all screened through ethics and conflict of interest checks and trained on the program requirements and evaluation criteria. Applications were scored and selected through dozens of review panels and an interagency senior review team.

EPA anticipates that awards to the selected applicants will be finalized in the summer of 2024, and selected applicants will begin funding projects through existing programs and begin expansive community outreach programs to launch new programs in the fall and winter of this year. Selections are contingent on the resolution of all administrative disputes related to the competitions.

Informational Webinars

EPA will host informational webinars as part of the program’s commitment to public transparency. EPA has scheduled a public webinar for the Solar for All program, and registration details are included below. Information on other GGRF webinars can be found on EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund Engagement Opportunities webpage .

• Solar for All webinar: Monday, April 29, 2024, 4:00pm – 4:30pm ET. Register for the April 29 meeting

Release updated to reflect minor changes. 

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The team discovered that a single chip responsible for storing a portion of the FDS memory — including some of the FDS computer's software code — isn't working. The loss of that code rendered the science and engineering data unusable. Unable to repair the chip, the team decided to place the affected code elsewhere in the FDS memory.

"DOE is proud to work alongside our partners at EPA and across the Federal government to help communities access the limitless energy of the sun to light their homes and power their businesses." "The United States can and must lead the world in transforming our energy systems away from fossil fuels," said U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (VT).