Level of Impact Words

Most people when they make a statement, it is common to hear them use "think."  I think this, I think that.  Even when they feel quite strong about something, they have a tendency to use "think."  The word itself is only in the mid-range when it comes to the level of impact it makes.  So instead of using "think," why not try a word with a higher level of impact.

So when using words to make an impact, consider how strong (or weak) you feel about the statement you are making.  As an example of the level of impact for certain words, you can refer to the chart below.

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In addition to the words themselves, the intonation, tone and other factors can determine how others will feel about your statement.