10 Incredibly Beautiful Words For 11+ Creative Writing

When it comes to the writing component of the 11+ exam, many students fail to impress examiners because they use the same mundane descriptive words that other children use. 

Such words are good but not great enough to impress admissions tutors and examiners. 

To help your child improve their creative writing and get them to stand out from the crowd, go through this list of 10 remarkable descriptive words. 

To boost your child's learning further, encourage them to memorise the meanings of each word as well as the antonyms. This will not only help them to learn the words better but it will also help to increase their vocabulary.

Finally, finish off by encouraging them to write a great story or descriptive sentence using each of the 10 words.

Let's take a look at the words below:

  1. Assemblage: A collection or gathering of things or people. (Synonym: aggregation)

  2. Dulcet: Sweet and soothing, especially referring to sound. (Synonym: melodious)

  3. Effervescent: Bubbly and lively, often describing a personality or a liquid that bubbles. (Synonym: vivacious)

  4. Elixir: A magical or medicinal potion. (Synonym: potion)

  5. Ephemeral: Lasting for a very short time. (Synonym: fleeting)

  6. Fetching: Attractive and charming. (Synonym: captivating)

  7. Becoming: (Of clothes or a color) flattering a person's appearance. (Synonym: flattering)

  8. Gambol: To run or jump about playfully. (Synonym: frolic)

  9. Mellifluous: Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear. (Synonym: honeyed)

  10. Luxuriant: Rich and profuse in growth; lush. (Synonym: lush)

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Here are some examples of how to use these words in sentences:

  • The dulcet tones of the violin filled the room, creating an atmosphere of serene beauty.

  • Her effervescent personality lit up the room, making everyone feel instantly happier.

  • He believed the elixir could cure any ailment, bringing hope to the sick and weary.

  • The beauty of the cherry blossoms was ephemeral, lasting only a few precious days each spring.

  • She wore a fetching dress that caught everyone’s attention at the gala.

  • Her smile was becoming, enhancing her natural grace and elegance.

  • Children gambolled across the meadow, their laughter echoing through the open fields.

  • The singer’s mellifluous voice was like honey, soothing and enchanting the audience.

  • The garden was luxuriant with vibrant flowers and lush greenery, a true paradise on earth.

After completing this activity with your child, let us know whether they enjoyed learning these words by leaving a comment below.

Here's to your child's success, 

The Tutoress.