Other Ways to Say: Sad

I think it is fun to use words that are not commonly used.  It is also a bonus when you use them because people will recognize that you speak well!

The definition (dictionary.reference.com):

1. 1. affected by unhappiness or grief; sorrowful or mournful: tofeel sad because a close friend has moved away.
2. expressive of or characterized by sorrow: sad looks; a sadsong.
3. causing sorrow: a sad disappointment; sad news.
4. (of color) somber, dark, or dull; drab.
5. deplorably bad; sorry: a sad attempt.

• bitter
• blue
• cheerless
• dark
• depressed
• dismal
• down
• downcast
• forlorn
• gloomy
• melancholy
• miserable
• somber
• sorrowful
• tearful
• unhappy
• upset

Other Ways to Say: Bad

Part three!  Sometimes you can get your message out more clear if you use words that do not seem to escape your mouth a hundred times a day.  Here is some help with the word "bad"

Definition (Dictionary.reference.com):

1. not good in any manner or degree.
2. having a wicked or evil character; morally reprehensible:There is no such thing as a bad boy.
3. of poor or inferior quality; defective; deficient: a baddiamond; a bad spark plug.
4. inadequate or below standard; not satisfactory for use: badheating; Living conditions in some areas are very bad.
5. inaccurate, incorrect, or faulty: a bad guess.

synonyms:

• awful
• beastly
• blah
• bummer
• cheap
• disagreeable
• dreadful
• faulty
• lousy
• mean
• nasty
• naughty
• rotten
• terrible
• unpleasant
• wicked
• wretched

Other Ways to Say: Nice

Do you ever feel like you ever over use words?  I feel like that all the time, so I figured others did too.  I think "nice" is a very common over used word, so I thought I would share with you my favorite synonyms (or better ways to say nice).

First, lets start with the definition (Thank you Dictionary.reference.com):

1. pleasing; agreeable; delightful: a nice visit.
2. amiably pleasant; kind: They are always nice to strangers.
3. characterized by, showing, or requiring great accuracy,precision, skill, tact, care, or delicacy: nice workmanship; anice shot; a nice handling of a crisis.

Here are the words for nice:

• Admirable
• Agreeable
• Congenial
• Considerate
• Delightful
• Enjoyable
• Friendly
• Gracious
• Likable
• Neat
• Obliging
• Pleasing
• Pleasurable
• Precise
• Refined
• Thoughtful

Tips on Estate and Garage Sales, and Thrifting!

Hello, friends! Here are my tips on what I think you should know about Thrifting!

Before we get into details, Im going to start with research. I look on KSL for estate, and garage sales. Key words I look for in the description are: estate, vintage, antique, grandma's stuff, clothes, jewelry, ect.

Estate Sales:

• An estate sale is when someone has died, or is moving, and the family is selling what is inside the home. This can be a few rooms, or everything- including the kitchen sink.

• Always have cash!

• I always look for clothes and jewelry first while my mom goes for the kitchen items. I dont want someone else to take the things that I have an interest in, so I make a rush and grab what I want and meet up with my mom after.

• After I make a bee-line for the room that I know holds the things I love, we slowly go through all of the rooms. Look in every corner and box. Treasures can be hidden anywhere. If you see cedar chests, open and go through them! Sometimes dresses and coats will be hidden under the top layer of stuff that dont look interesting to you.
  


• Dont forget to check for rips, stains, and make sure what you want isnt broken.

• Dont feel shy about asking for a discount price. They probably will give you one.

Garage Sales:

• Garage sales are basically people trying to get rid of items they dont want, get rid of junk, or want to earn quick money. This is why I prefer estate sales, but dont let me discourage you! I have found so many amazing deals at them!



• Again, always have cash.

• Garage sales will usually be cheaper because the owners typically do not know what things are worth.



• Bargain, bargain, bargain. Ask for lower prices if you dont want to pay what they are selling for.
  

Thrift stores:

• Make sure you have lots of time; going through all of their racks takes time.



• Dont get discouraged, because there are usually just a few really good items in thousands of...not..so good items.



• Lots of times, there will be discount days. This is a double bonus!



• Keep an eye out for vintage items!



• Go often. I try to go once a week.

I hope my tips helped out! Happy hunting!