AI Words Checker - Find ChatGPT Words to Avoid

Paste your text to highlight the words and phrases that make it sound like ChatGPT, with a plain swap for each. Free, no sign-up.

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How it works

Spot the words readers associate with AI

Some words show up in AI text far more often than in human writing. One is fine. A cluster is what readers notice. The checker counts them and suggests plain alternatives.

Words

Overused single words

Delve, tapestry, robust, seamless, leverage and dozens more, in all their forms.

leverage robust tools→use strong tools

Phrases

Filler phrases

Openers and connectors that add words without meaning.

it's important to note that→(cut)

Score

Words per 100

Low, medium or high, based on how densely the words appear, not on a single hit.

Next step

Rewrite, not just swap

Send the text to the humanizer to rewrite whole sentences, not only single words.

It can

  • Highlight AI-typical words and phrases instantly
  • Suggest a plain swap for each one
  • Score how densely they appear
  • Work without an account. Your text never leaves your browser

It can't

  • Tell you for sure whether a text was written by AI
  • Rewrite the text for you

To rewrite the text, try the Lumi humanizer. You get 300 free words when you sign up.

The full list

ChatGPT words and phrases to avoid

These are the 68 words and phrases the checker looks for, with a plainer option for each. None of them is wrong on its own. Cut them where a simpler word says the same thing.

Phrases

AvoidTry instead
it's important to notecut it and state the point
it's worth notingcut it and state the point
in today's fast-paced worldcut it, or say "now"
plays a crucial rolematters for, drives
a testament toshows
navigate the complexitieshandle, work through
in the realm ofin
rich tapestrymix, range
embark on a journeystart
unlock the potentialget the most from
dive intolook at
when it comes tofor, with
not only ... but alsoand
serves as ais a
a wide range ofmany
in conclusioncut it, or "so"
that being saidstill
in order toto
due to the fact thatbecause
feel free tocut it
ever-evolvingchanging
game-changerbig change
cutting-edgenew, latest

Words

AvoidTry instead
delvedig into, look at
tapestrymix, range
testamentproof, sign
intricatecomplex, details
realmarea, field
landscapefield, market
pivotalkey
crucialkey, important
robuststrong, solid
seamlesssmooth
leverageuse
utilizeuse
fosterbuild, encourage
embarkstart
elevateimprove, raise
unleashuse, release
harnessuse
holisticcomplete, whole
multifacetedcomplex
nuancedsubtle
paramountmost important
vibrantlively
bustlingbusy
meticulouscareful
underscoreshow, stress
showcaseshow
comprehensivefull, complete
streamlinesimplify
empowerhelp, let
resonateconnect, land
endeavoreffort, try
myriadmany
plethoralots of
invaluablevery useful
transformativebig
groundbreakingnew
revolutionizechange
boastshas
nestledset, located
bolstersupport
garnerget, earn
furthermorealso
moreoveralso
additionallyalso
notablycut it

AI Words Checker FAQ

Which words make text sound like AI, and what to do about them.

What words does ChatGPT overuse?

Common ones are delve, tapestry, testament, crucial, robust, seamless, leverage and foster, plus phrases like "it's important to note", "plays a crucial role" and "in today's fast-paced world". The full list is on this page.

Does using these words mean my text is AI-written?

No. People use all of these words. What stands out is a cluster of them in a short text, which is why the checker shows how many appear per 100 words.

Is this an AI detector?

No. It only checks word choice. To estimate how AI-like a whole text reads, use the Lumi AI detector, which looks at more than single words.

How do I make ChatGPT text sound more human?

Swap the highlighted words for plain ones, cut filler phrases, vary sentence length and add specific details from your own experience. A humanizer like Lumi rewrites whole sentences for you.

Is my text uploaded anywhere?

No. The check runs in your browser and nothing is sent to Lumi or anyone else.

Is the AI words checker free?

Yes. It is free with no sign-up, for up to 50,000 characters per paste.