Words and Phrases that Make it Obvious You Used ChatGPT

One day, I started noticing patterns in how ChatGPT phrased things. It made me curious about other words and phrases it might overuse.

While these words aren't necessarily bad, using them too often can make your writing feel overused and bland.

Think of it like adding spices to a dish. A dash of something familiar is nice, but various flavors make the dish shine!

Transitional words overused by ChatGPT

• Accordingly
• Additionally
• Arguably
• Certainly
• Consequently
• Hence
• However
• Indeed
• Moreover
• Nevertheless
• Nonetheless
• Notwithstanding
• Thus
• Undoubtedly

Adjectives overused by ChatGPT

• Adept
• Commendable
• Dynamic
• Efficient
• Ever-evolving
• Exciting
• Exemplary
• Innovative
• Invaluable
• Robust
• Seamless
• Synergistic
• Thought-provoking
• Transformative
• Utmost
• Vibrant
• Vital

Nouns overused by ChatGPT

• Efficiency
• Innovation
• Institution
• Integration
• Implementation
• Landscape
• Optimization
• Realm
• Tapestry
• Transformation

Verbs overused by ChatGPT

• Aligns
• Augment
• Delve
• Embark
• Facilitate
• Maximize
• Underscores
• Utilize

Phrases Overused by ChatGPT - Conclusion

• A testament to…
• In conclusion…
• In summary…
• It’s important to note/consider…
• It’s worth noting that…
• On the contrary…
• This is not an exhaustive list.

Other signs that text may have been written by ChatGPT:

• Overly complex sentence structures
• An unusually formal tone in text that’s supposed to be conversational or casual — or, an overly casual tone for a text that’s supposed to be formal or business casual
• Unnecessarily long and wordy
• Vague statements

Conclusion

While understanding these common ChatGPT phrases can be helpful, remember, language is a playground! Don't be afraid to experiment and use the words you love. The key is to be mindful of variety and choose the language that best conveys your unique voice and message. After all, the most powerful writing is the one that feels genuine and resonates with your audience.