Read regularly
Learn a few new words each day
Use a dictionary and thesaurus
Keep a vocabulary journal
Practice using new words in sentences
Write often
Speak with people who use rich language
Listen to podcasts, audiobooks, and lectures
Play word games
Study word roots, prefixes, and suffixes
Review and revise words frequently
Group words by theme or meaning
Use flashcards
Replace common words with stronger alternatives
Pay attention to unfamiliar words in context
Ask for feedback on your word choice
Translate ideas into different words
Set a daily word goal
Read books outside your usual interests
Memorize synonyms and antonyms
