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Air Force Thesaurus

One of the rules of good writing is that you don't use the same word too many times or for too many different situations. When it comes to EPRs or awards, generally, a verb or adjective should not be used more than once. That's when a good thesaurus is helpful in looking up alternative words. Unfortunately, many thesauri aren't very helpful because they list a lot of alternatives that aren't really acceptable in an Air Force environment. That's why we're developing this Air Force thesaurus. Note that this is not a strict document. Most verbs are listed in their past-tense form because that's how they're normally used in an EPR. Many of the synonyms are not exactly equal but they are listed if they seem appropriate. Many of the terms are listed only once even if they can be used as a verb or an adjective and their alternate words are listed together.
































































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able; capable, expert, skilled, knowledgeable, competent, proficient






















accomplished (v); finished, completed, executed, achieved, performed, mastered, gained, attained, perfected, produced, realized






















accomplishment; feat, achievement, act, service, performance, credit






















accurate; reliable, true, dependable, rational, factual






















achievement; coup, feat, accomplishment, act, service, performance, credit






















acted; served, performed, functioned, operated, worked, represented, fulfilled, assumed






















actions; efforts, service, performance, work, decisions, management






















active; energetic, dynamic, working, busy, diligent, industrious






















adapted; revised, changed, harnessed, modified, used, adopted






















adept; skilled, proficient, expert, talented, experienced






















adopted; embraced, chosen, selected, preferred, assumed, used, utilized, committed






















aggressive; ambitious, bold, proactive, energetic, tenacious, hard-charging, gung-ho, determined






















aggressively; energetically, tenaciously, hard-charging, gung-ho, determinedly






















agile; multi-talented, mutli-skilled, flexible, multi-tasking, nimble, fluid, proficient






















alert; ready, energized, watchful, careful, dedicated

















allayed; alleviated, mitigated, quelled, reduced, eased, tempered, decreased, lessened, diminished, satisfied, pacified, placated, regulated, controlled, quenched

















ambitious; aggressive, enterprising, bold, proactive, advancing, energetic, eager

















anomaly; error, fault, defect, disorder, rarity, abnormality, inconsistency, irregularity

















assisted; helped, aided, facilitated, contributed, enabled, backed, supported, benefitted, bolstered, boosted

















atmosphere; environment, climate, ambience, surroundings, context, setting, situation, habitat

















attacked; tackled, assumed responsibility for, ran, managed, spearheaded, took on

















attend; appear, be a guest, be at, be present, be there, catch, check in, clock in, come to light, drop in, frequent, go to, haunt, make an appearance, make it, make the scene, observe, participate in, pop up, punch in, punch the clock, ring in, show, show up, sit in on, time in, turn up, visit

















attentive; watchful, careful, sober, thorough, dedicated, alert

















authored; wrote, documented, created, produced, drafted, detailed, recorded, inscribed, summarized, noted, organized

















bearing; presence, appearance, demeanor, attitude, posture, poise, display, behavior, conduct

















beneficial; helpful, enabling, positive, facilitating, supportive

















bested; beat, conquered, surpassed, defeated, outmatched, outshined, outdistanced, outperformed, eclipsed

















bold; daring, audacious, fearless, courageous, resolute, steadfast, brave, dauntless, heroic, gutsy, soldierly, stalwart, valorous

















bolstered; reinforced, strengthened, shored up, encouraged, fortified, braced, supported, augmented, buttressed

















brave; fearless, daring, bold, courageous, steadfast, unyielding, dauntless, heroic, intrepid, stalwart, unafraid, valiant, valorous, noble

















broad; wide, vast, expansive, wide-ranging, comprehensive, far-reaching, boundless, multi-faceted

















bulletproof; unassailable, enduring, immovable, invincible, stalwart, sturdy, tenacious, tough, indomitable, invulnerable

















capable; adept, qualified, licensed, skilled, able, competent, proficient, trained, expert, certified

















chaired; facilitated, oversaw, managed, led, supported, supervised, headed, directed, held, piloted, steered

















chosen; selected, picked, designated, appointed, assigned, tapped, drafted, elected, singled out, hand-picked, accepted for, adopted, called for, elected, embraced, favored, prefered, taken, wanted, selected over peers... chosen from among...

















climate; atmosphere, environment, ambience, surroundings, context, setting, morale, situation, habitat

















coached; mentored, encouraged, led, motivated, propelled, inspired, supported

















commandeered; took over failing project, assumed duties as manager of, appropriated control over, took reigns of control, assumed command over, took over as T.O. monitor

















commended; cited, recognized, complimented, praised, credited, applauded, endorsed, extolled, lauded

















committed; devoted, dedicated, sworn, loyal, diligent, involved, invested, supportive

















competence; adequacy, maturity, ability, capability, capacity, competency, expertise, fitness, know-how, proficiency, qualification, savvy, skill, suitability, talent, adaptability, readiness

















competent; skilled, able, qualified, talented, adept, proficient, certified

















completed; finished, accomplished, handled, closed, achieved, discharged, effected, executed, fullfilled, performed

















completely; thoroughly, well, in a detailed manner, exhaustively

















conducted; performed, led, administered, handled, oversaw, supervised, arranged, headed, chaired, guided, directed, managed, operated, held, ran, controlled, piloted, steered

















confident; self-assured, assured, capable, tested, sure, experienced, veteran, strong, fearless, bold, secure, self-reliant, positive, courageous

















conscientious; dependable, thorough, sober, careful, systematic, thoughtful, diligent

















considerate; team player, modest, supportive, thoughtful, compassionate, tactful, cautious

















consistent; dependable, always, habitual, constant, unfailing, regular, unvarying, unswerving

















contributed; gave, provided, donated, presented, delivered, dispensed, supplied, distributed, furnished, aided, helped, assisted, benefitted, augmented, fortified, strengthened, volunteered, instrumental in...

















contribution; help, aid, effort(s), labor, work, endeavor, donation, delivery, assistance

















conventional; expected, customary, traditional, standard, prescribed, preferred, accepted

















coordinated; arranged, caused, orchestrated, organized, collaborated, scheduled, designed, developed, set up, put into place, planned, brain stormed, negotiated, cooperated, united, harmonized, integrated, reconciled, accommodated, served as liaison

















corrected; fixed, improved, rectified, eliminated, righted, remedied, restored, revised, reformed, straightened out, scrubbed, amended, adjusted, debugged

















created; developed, caused, invented, initiated, established, launched, made, composed, master-minded, founded, conceived, put into place, planned, generated, originated, coordinated

















critical; important, essential, vital, necessary, crucial, decisive, consequential, required, meaningful, significant, weighty, memorable, prominent, central, key, indispensable, fundamental

















crucial; key, indispensable, critical, important, essential, vital, necessary, required, significant, central, fundamental

















dedicated; devoted, loyal, diligent, involved, invested, supportive, sworn, interested

















dedication; committment, determination, loyalty, devotion, diligence, involvement, service, investment, support, interest, allegiance

















delivered; produced, generated, effected, made, grew

















demonstrates; shows, displays, exudes, exhibits, projects, embodies, manifests, expresses, bears, illustrates, reflects

















dependable; reliable, trustworthy, responsible, faithful, loyal, stable, steady, steadfast, sober, conscientious, counted-on, mature

















determined; single-mindedly, focused, unstoppable, driven, resolute, earnest, purposeful, serious, unfaltering, unwavering, persevering, unswerving, relentless, intent, fierce, unyielding

















developed; invented, initiated, founded, launched, guided, expanded, established, evolved, coordinated, advanced, made, composed, master-minded, founded, conceived, put into place, planned, generated, modified, grew, formalized, integrated, managed, mentored, streamlined, aligned, shaped, expedited, revised

















devoted; dedicated, loyal, diligent, involved, invested, supportive, sworn, interested

















diagnose; analyze, audit, check, determine, diagnosticate, distinguish, examine, inspect, interpret, investigate, pinpoint, pronounce, recognize, spot, test

















diligent; dedicated, loyal, attentive, conscientious, thorough, careful, systematic, thoughtful, earnest, meticulous

















directed; instructed, led, supervised, managed, coordinated, guided, headed, coached, chaired, mentored, oversaw, presided over, conducted, taught, steered, captained, controlled, governed, commanded

















displayed; demonstrated, exhibited, showed, manifested, projected, presented, embodied

















distinguished; dignified, imposing, remarkable --marked by eminence, distinction, or excellence; dignified in conduct or appearance; providing effort above and beyond the call of duty; highly respected; showing exceptionally meritorious service in their duties

















driven; focused, intent, resolute, determined, dedicated, motivated, inspired, obsessed, compelled, enthusiastic, passionate

















due; (as in 'due to his vast experience...') because of, owing to, as a result of, considering

















duties job, responsibilities, tasks, assigned tasks, assignments, work, mission, chores, commitment, obligations, role, service, undertaking

















eager; motivated, gung-ho, energized, inspired, willing, enthusiastic

















earned; received, garnered, won, secured, attained, gained, scored

















efficient; adept, resourceful, effective, knowledgeable, productive, organized, able, accomplished, apt, capable, clever, competent, decisive, deft, dynamic, effectual, equal to, experienced, expert, good at, handy, masterly, practiced, proficient, qualified, ready, shrewd, skilled, skillful, talented, well-organized

















effected; caused, carried out, accomplished, handled, induced, processed, conceived, generated, enacted, discharged, executed, performed

















effective; efficient, productive, resourceful

















efforts; actions, service, performance, work, attempts, management

















eliminated; vanquished, deleted, erased, removed, rid, cleared, disposed, purged, eradicated, exterminated, shut out

















enabled; allowed, let, permitted, empowered, conditioned, made fit, prepared, readied, made possible, provided capability for, facilitated

















enforced; ensured, controlled, maintained, corrected, managed

















enhanced; bettered, improved, streamlined, polished, tuned, adjusted, strengthened, augmented, elevated, lifted, raised

















ensured; enabled, guaranteed, made certain, made possible, assured, warranted, promised, provided, satisfied

















enthusiastic; motivated, devoted, eager, earnest, gung ho, intent, passionate, spirited, willing, invested, inspired, energetic, fervent

















epitomize; characterize, embody, exemplify, illustrate, model, personify, represent, stand for, symbolize, the meaning of

















essential; key, necessary, critical, important, integral, significant, fundamental, vital, crucial, required, meaningful, central, indispensable

















established; founded, implemented, set up, put into place, originated, built, created, installed, positioned, arranged, designated, directed, specified, prescribed, stipulated, instructed, made, instilled, planned, demonstrated

















evaluated; measured, tested, judged, rated, appraised, analyzed, ranked, surveyed, assessed, estimated

















exceeded; surpassed, went beyond, bested, overcame, excelled, outshined, transcended, outdistanced, outperformed

















execution; completion, accomplishment, achievement, administration, consummation, delivery, discharge, doing, effect, enactment, enforcement, fulfilling, implementation, operation, performance, prosecution, realization

















exhibits; shows, displays, presents, exudes, projects, demonstrates, embodies, illustrates

















excelled; thrived, flourished, shined, mastered, surpassed, bested, grew, came through, eclipsed, exceeded, improved upon, outdid, outshined, outstripped, surmounted, topped, transcended

















excellent; superior, high quality, first-rate, exceptional, terriffic, unsurpassed, unparalled, unequalled, first-class, accomplished, admirable, distinctive, distinguished, exemplary, good, great, incomparable, invaluable, magnificent, meritorious, notable, outstanding, peerless, prime, select, sterling, striking, superb, superlative, supreme, tiptop, top-notch, world-class

















experience; knowledge, ability, background, education, expertise, proficiency, familiarity, involvement, know-how, maturity, participation, practice, sense, skill, sophistication, training, understanding, comprehension

















expert; acknowledged source, professional, leading, skilled, guru, experienced, recognized authority, proficient, trained, practiced, knowledgeable, authoritative, master

















exploited; used, manipulated, seized (as in seized every opportunity or advantage), capitalized on, extracted maximum benefit from, took advantage of..., benefited from, made maximum use of...

















extensive; vast, broad, expansive, long, wide-ranging, comprehensive, far-reaching, boundless

















exuded; radiated, projected, exemplified, personified, exhibited, manifested, emitted, demonstrated

















facilitated; chaired, aided, assisted, encouraged, helped, coached, coaxed, enabled, led, pushed, eased, made possible, furthered, promoted

















fearless; brave, self-assured, confident, assured, capable, tested, sure, strong, bold, courageous, daring, steadfast, unyielding, dauntless, stalwart, unafraid, valiant

















feat; accomplishment, achievement, act, action, service, performance, credit, coup

















fixed; repaired, saved, replaced, engineered, restored, reprogrammed, troubleshot, adjusted, rectified, analyzed, regulated, renewed, revived, preserved, reinstated, recovered, redeemed, conserved

















flawless; admirable, consummate, brilliant, faultless, distinguished, exceptional, impeccable, perfect, remarkable, immaculate, ideal, spotless, superlative, accomplished, beyond compare, crowning, excellent, experienced, expert, polished, matchless, peerless, skilled, skillful, sound, superb, supreme, unequaled, incomparable, singular, unrivaled, superior, outstanding, above average, top, top notch, unparalleled, unmatched, impressive, above average, standout, high quality, notable, noteworthy, phenomenal, world-class

















flawlessly; perfectly, admirably, accurately, correctly, faultlessly, brilliantly, exceptionally, impeccably, expertly, skillfully, superbly

















flexible; agile, multi-talented, mutli-skilled, multi-tasking, nimble, fluid, proficient

















focused (v); concentrated, aligned, consolidated, leveraged

















focused (adj); intent, driven, determined, motivated, targeted, obsessed, ambitious, compelled

















fostered; facilitated, encouraged, advanced, supported, promoted, developed, nursed, championed, made possible, caused, motivated, guided

















hand-picked; selected, chosen, appointed, tapped, drafted, elected, singled out, selected over peers... chosen from among...

















helped; facilitated, contributed, assisted, aided, saved, enabled, backed, supported, benefitted, bolstered, boosted, increased

















highly; (as in 'he was highly successful in...') very, extra, absolutely, acutely, amply, astonishingly, considerably, decidedly, deeply, eminently, emphatically, exceedingly, excessively, extensively, extraordinarily, extremely, greatly, incredibly, largely, notably, noticeably, particularly, positively, powerfully, pretty, prodigiously, profoundly, remarkably, substantially, superlatively, surpassingly, terribly, truly, uncommonly, unusually, vastly

















humanitarian; caring, kind, gentle, compassionate, kindly, civilized, charitable

















identified; isolated, spotted, diagnosed, pinpointed, recognized, found, determined, perceived, realized, observed

















implemented; initiated, developed, started, established, invented, adopted, launched, utilized

















important; critical, essential, influential, mission-critical, notable, considerable, meaningful, momentous, significant, substantial, weighty, distinctive, exceptional, impressive, memorable, noteworthy, outstanding, prominent, remarkable

















impressed; made an impression, dazzled, amazed, astonished, surprised, wowed, blow away, raised the bar, overwhelmed, demonstrated her skills at...

















improved (v); streamlined, modified, enhanced, increased efficiency, polished, perfected, bettered, tuned, adjusted, reinforced, strengthened, augmented, bolstered, buttressed, raised, reversed negative trend, rescued floundering project, multiplied effectiveness or productivity

















improved (adj); enhanced, strengthened, better, more efficient, more effective, superior, polished

















increased; raised, aided, improved, enhanced, augmented, boosted, built up, beefed up, compounded, enlarged, expanded, extended, heightened, multiplied, reinforced, strengthened

















indispensable; vital, needed, neccessary, required, central, key, essential, fundamental, important, elemental

















initiated; developed, started, began, invented, inaugurated, introduced, adopted, launched, implemented, brainstormed, called for, installed

















instilled; influenced, motivated, inspired, molded, shaped, taught, led

















intent; resolute, focused, driven, determined, motivated, enthusiastic, alert, attentive, committed, engaged, intense, passionate

















integral; key, necessary, critical, essential, mandatory, important, significant, fundamental, vital, crucial, required, meaningful, central, indispensable

















invaluable; indispensable, vital, needed, necessary, required, essential, fundamental, important, elemental, helpful, inestimable, valuable, integral, critical, significant, crucial, meaningful

















invented; initiated, developed, started, adopted, launched, adapted, cobbled

















isolated; identified, found, discovered, documented, troubleshot, confined

















keen; sharp, enthusiastic, acute, razor sharp, resourceful, fast, quick

















key; essential, necessary, critical, important, significant, fundamental, vital, crucial, required, meaningful, central, indispensable

















knowledgeable; smart, educated, qualified, capable, expert, competent, practiced, trained

















lasting; durable, accepted, constantly, always, certain, enduring, endless

















leader; guide, lead, pacesetter, trendsetter, trail blazer, director, boss, chief, foreman, organizer, manager, chairman, captain, administrator, executive

















led; guided, shepherded, persuaded, directed, managed, steered, captained, commanded, supervised, drove, compelled, piloted, conducted, escorted, controlled, engineered, chaired

















leveraged; exploited, multiplied, focused, aligned, consolidated

















loyal; steadfast, faithful, dutiful, allegiant, resolute, supportive, true, devoted, trustworthy, reliable

















made; created, generated, developed, effected, assembled, built, constructed, forged, framed, fabricated, originated, caused, invented, initiated, established, launched, composed, master-minded, founded, conceived, put into place, planned, coordinated

















maintained; fixed, repaired, kept, ensured, upheld, preserved, sustained, continued, managed, cultivated, guarded, protected, presided over

















managed; led, supervised, coached, directed, instructed, chaired, mentored, oversaw, presided over, conducted, inspired, propelled, produced, taught

















mastered; learned, overcame, dominated, conquered

















mature; competent, wise, level-headed, experienced, at the peak of development or capability

















mentored; groomed, coached, taught, influenced, trained, advised, counseled, collaborated, encouraged, molded, led, inspired

















motivated (adj); enthusiastic, devoted, eager, earnest, energized, excited, gung-ho, intent, passionate, empowered, spirited, willing, invested, inspired, fervent, fired-up, committed, driven, determined, energetic, sincere, takes the initiative

















motivated (v); managed, coached, inspired, encouraged, energized, propelled, led, supervised, directed, mentored, influenced

















obtained; acquired, gained, procured, landed, secured, won, achieved, garnered, captured, received, extracted, seized

















optimized (v); improved, tuned, adjusted, perfected, polished, refined, streamlined

















orchestrated; organized, coordinated, arranged, conducted, planned, managed, cooperated

















organized (v); spearheaded, ordered, coordinated, arranged, marshalled, integrated, managed, streamlined, bracketed, allocated, cleared up, reordered, aligned, corrected, shaped, planned, adjusted, rectified, expedited, implemented

















oversaw; managed, captained, led, supervised, coached, directed, guided, instructed, chaired, mentored, presided over, conducted, coordinated, spearheaded, arranged, marshalled, planned, expedited, implemented

















participate; aid, assist, support, associate with, be a participant, be a party to, be into, chip in, come in, compete, concur, cooperate, engage, engage in, enter into, get in on, get in on the act, go into, have a hand in, have to do with, join in, latch on, lend a hand, partake, perform, play, share, sit in on, sit in, strive, take an interest in, tune in, teamed up

















peak; top, pinnacle, high point, ultimate

















peerless; unmatched, unsurpassed, superior, unrivaled, incomparable, singular, without equal, supreme

















peers; compatriots, associates, companions, rivals, colleagues, equals, equivalents, fellows, comrades, contemporaries, ...of equal rank

















performance; act, achievement, conduct, actions, effort, execution, work, behavior, committment, management, supervision

















performed; accomplished, completed, fulfilled, implemented, effected, discharged, conducted, acted, worked, committed, managed, supervised, achieved, executed, served, satisfied

















practical; sensible, best-fit, appropriate, workable

















prepared (v); readied, trained, fixed, made provisions for, supplied, drafted, equipped, primed, set

















prevented; avoided, averted, forestalled, prepared for, saved, protected, stopped

















proactive; ready, prepared, plans ahead, forward-looking, thoughtful

















procedure; method, approach, technique, manner, routine, system, steps, action, plan, formula, scheme, means

















processed; handled, acted on, accomplished, administered, moved, pushed, managed, dispensed, registered, delivered

















produced; made, generated, developed, delivered, effected, assembled, built, constructed, forged, framed, fabricated, performed, staged, created, originated, introduced, caused, initiated, started

















productive; efficient, prolific, creative, inventive, resourceful

















proficient; adept, skilled, productive, able, expert, experienced

















promote; facilitate, condone, advocate, back, advance, encourage, boost, champion, endorse, foster, recommend, sponsor, support, elevate

















protected; shielded, defended, preserved, guarded, secured, safeguarded, conserved, saved, sheltered, prevented loss of..., averted damage to...

















provided; gave, ensured, supported with, contributed, furnished, delivered, dispensed, supplied, made, made available, aided, donated, presented, allocated, transferred, committed, disbursed, distributed

















punctual; reliable, dependable, motivated, timely

















pursue; aim for, aspire to, attempt, desire, go in for, go out for, have a go at, purpose, seek, strive for, try for, work for, work toward

















qualified; trained, skilled, certified, knowledgeable

















quick; fast, swift, speedy, rapid, brisk, efficient, expeditious, hurried, immediate, instantaneous, on the double, snappy, accelerated, practiced, trained, rehearsed

















received; took, earned, was awarded, drew, recognized with

















recognized; cited, saluted, lauded, acclaimed, praised, complimented, credited, applauded, endorsed, extolled

















recommended; nominated, advanced, advocated, backed, supported, endorsed, favored, plugged, praised, proposed, put forward, sanctioned, stood by, suggested, urged, vouched for, selected, chosen

















reduced; lessened, eliminated, cut, minimized, shrank, curtailed, lowered, diminished

















relentless; persistent, persevering, determined, dogged, fierce, single-minded, unflinching, unstoppable, adamant, unyielding

















reliable; dependable, mature, trustworthy, stable, steady, sober, coherent, sure

















repaired; fixed, saved, replaced, engineered, restored, reprogrammed, troubleshot, adjusted, rectified, analyzed, regulated

















rescued; revived, saved, restored, preserved, recovered, redeemed

















researched; studied, evaluated, investigated, explored, examined, tested

















resilient; flexible, tough, determined, unstoppable

















resolute; dedicated, focused, inflexible, persevering, persistent, purposeful, relentless, stubborn, tenacious, serious, staunch, steadfast, uncompromising, unyielding, unwavering, unshakable

















resourceful; able, active, capable, enterprising, talented, ingenious, intelligent, creative, clever, dependable, inventive, original, quick-witted

















responded; answered, reacted, acted, stepped up, volunteered

















responsible; trustworthy, trusted, reliable, dependable, accountable, answerable for, liable, stable, steady, sober, conscientious, steadfast, mature

















restored; renewed, repaired, revived, saved, preserved, reinstated, recovered, redeemed, conserved, rescued

















results; effects, performance, achievements

















revamped; rearranged, revised, reorganized, recreated, streamlined, reworked, adjusted, rewrote, reassessed, modified, improved, made over, reengineered, rebuilt, perfected

















reviewed; analyzed, evaluated, reassessed, reevaluated, examined, reconsidered, reexamined, tested

















revised; recreated, streamlined, reworked, adjusted, rewrote, reassessed, modified, improved, made over

















revitalized; resuscitated, enlivened, improved, energized, restored, renewed, enhanced, reestablished, rejuvenated, revolutionized

















revived; revitalized, rescued, resuscitated, restored, renewed, enhanced, reestablished, nursed, rejuvenated, revolutionized

















revolutionized; recreated, reestablished, radically changed or improved, streamlined, reinvented, remade, reworked

















saved; conserved, preserved, rescued, revived, recovered, restored, redeemed

















selected; chosen, appointed, picked, assigned, tapped, drafted, elected, singled out, hand-picked, designated, accepted for, adopted, called for, embraced, favored, prefered, taken, wanted, selected over peers... chosen from among...

















selfless; unselfish, self-sacrificing, generous, altruistic, benevolent, helpful, community-oriented, charitable, giving, compassionate, noble

















service; performance, achievements, actions, contribution, efforts, work, sacrifice, support, help, assistance, input, labor, usefulness, duty, employment

















skilled; able, talented, qualified, capable, expert, trained, knowledgeable, competent, practiced, proficient

















skills; abilities, aptitude, talent, qualifications, capability, experience, knowledge, competence, expertise, ingenuity, intelligence, know-how, proficiency, prowess, readiness, technique

















smart; talented, intelligent, clever, sharp, quick, alert, brainy, bright, brilliant, knowledgeable, shrewd

















sought; looked for, pursued, analyzed, aimed for, seeks, explores, search for, tracked down, chased, dug for, aspired to, tried, attempted

















spearheaded; led, headed, organized, ran, coordinated, arranged, established, shepherded, directed, managed, steered, captained, commanded, supervised, drove, piloted, conducted, controlled, chaired, ordered, marshalled, integrated, streamlined, aligned, shaped, planned, expedited

















standards; expectations, benchmark, acceptable performance, regulations, instructions, proven, tried and true

















stalwart; strong, tough, enduring, bulletproof

















sterling; flawless, excellent, impeccable, consummate, expert, masterful, ideal, model, honorable, true, perfect, high-quality

















streamlined; perfected, simplified, refined, revised, improved, enhanced, corrected, remedied, developed

















strengthened; reinforced, bolstered, shored up, encouraged, fortified, braced, supported, augmented, buttressed

















strong; tough, sturdy, forceful, firm, stalwart, hardy, rugged, durable, enduring, tenacious, mighty, powerful, robust, potent, great, invincible, dominant, influential

















successful; productive, thriving, proven, effective, flourishing, operational, accepted, practical, useful, superior, noteworthy, outstanding, rewarding, strong, top, unbeaten, singular, acknowledged, extraordinary

















superb; outstanding, peerless, superior, superlative, unparalleled, unmatched, impressive, supreme, best, above average, brilliant, standout, top, top notch

















superior; best, best of..., quality, supreme, unmatched, peerless, outstanding, excellent, above average, top, top notch

















supervised; led, managed, coached, directed, instructed, mentored, oversaw, presided over, conducted, inspired, propelled, produced, taught, steered, captained, controlled

















sustained; adjective --as in a sustained period of time: long, protracted, lengthy, continuous, continuing, prolonged, extended, lasting, enduring

sustained; verb --as in he sustained the remote unit : aided, assisted, supported, maintained, equipped, provided for, supplied, bolstered, encouraged, nourished

sustained; verb --as in he sustained multiple injuries : endured, experienced, encountered, had, suffered, received, took, withstood

















tactful; diplomatic, politic, respectful, considerate, courteous

















teach; train, mentor, guide, develop, instruct, demonstrate, show, shape, educate, cultivate, nurture, coach, mold, nurse

















tenaciously; aggressively, energetically, thoroughly, hard-charging, gung-ho, determinedly, single-mindedly, focused

















tireless; active, enthusiastic, relentless, inexhaustible, unflagging, persistent, diligent, determined, dogged, persevering, steadfast, stubborn, tenacious, unfaltering, unwavering, energetic, vigorous

















top; superior, best, highest, dominant, foremost, greatest, head, lead, leading, paramount, supreme

















toughness; endurance, strength, durability, sturdiness, soundness, stability, dependability, reliability, condition

















trained; instructed, demonstrated, showed, taught, developed, shaped, educated, cultivated, nurtured, coached, molded

















tremendous; great, incredible, amazing, astounding, momentous, memorable, terriffic, huge, enormous, valiant, significant

















troubleshot; analyzed, audited, checked, considered, determined, diagnosed, distinguished, examined, interpreted, investigated, pinpointed, pronounced, recognized, spotted, tested

















unlimited; boundless, limitless, untold

















unmatched; without equal, peerless, incomparable, matchless, singular, unrivaled, superior

















unrivaled; unmatched, peerless, superior, unequaled, supreme, incomparable, singular, without equal

















unstoppable; persevering, unswerving, relentless, determined, focused, driven, intent, resolute, decided, persistent, dogged, fierce, single-minded, unyielding

















unwavering; steadfast, steady, enduring, tireless, undying, unswerving, relentless, persistent, dogged, loyal, single-minded, unyielding

















validated; confirmed, demonstrated, proved, established, certified, documented, verified, justified

















very; extra, absolutely, acutely, amply, considerably, decidedly, deeply, eminently, emphatically, exceedingly, excessively, extensively, extraordinarily, extremely, greatly, highly, incredibly, largely, notably, noticeably, particularly, positively, powerfully, pretty, prodigiously, profoundly, remarkably, substantially, superlatively, surpassingly, terribly, truly, uncommonly, unusually, vastly

















vigilant; careful, watchful, alert, attentive, cautious, observant, guarded, diligent

















vigorous; active, energetic, dynamic, driving, exuberant, hearty, intense, lively, frenzied, spirited, brisk

















vital; key, essential, indispensable, needed, required, integral, necessary, critical, mandatory, important, significant, fundamental, crucial, meaningful, central

















volunteered; stepped forward, supported, obligated herself, joined effort to, contributed off-duty time toward, donated effort, sacrificed personal time, gave selflessly, signed up for, provided services at own expense, committed to...

















watchful; vigilant, aware, alert, careful, attentive, cautious, observant, guarded, diligent, on guard, wary, ready

















work; actions, results, performance, achievements, efforts, service, legacy, product

















wrote; authored, documented, drafted, created, detailed, recorded, inscribed, summarized, penned, produced