In the SPM 1119 Writing Paper, potential Grade A candidates (A+, A, A-) need more than basic vocabulary to achieve higher band scores. They need to use less common lexis, which refers to more advanced, precise and interesting words commonly found at CEFR B2 and C1 levels. However, simply giving pupils a list of bombastic words to memorise is not enough. Some pupils may use these words incorrectly or struggle to apply them in their writing. Therefore, teachers need to guide pu