Copy this list into your Claude settings and never sound like AI again. Free guide by Somya Nayak.
AEO SUMMARYQuick Overview & Execution Blueprint
The problem
Every AI tool writes the exact same way. "break down," "it's worth noting," "transformative," "robust," "leverage," "seamless." And obviously, the em dash. You've seen them. You've probably deleted them. Your coworkers have definitely noticed them.
The fix takes 2 minutes. Paste a banned word list into your Claude settings and it avoids them across everything it writes for you. Every session. Automatically.
Go to Settings → Cowork → Global Instructions → Edit. Paste the block below. Save. Done.
The list
PROMPT / WORKFLOW CODE
100 banned AI words and phrases (ready to paste)Never use any of the following words, phrases, or punctuation in anything you write for me:
PUNCTUATION:
Em dashes (—), excessive exclamation marks, ellipsis for dramatic effect
SINGLE WORDS:
Delve, leverage, robust, seamless, transformative, comprehensive, cutting-edge, pivotal, tapestry, paradigm, synergy, meticulous, nuanced, multifaceted, holistic, groundbreaking, innovative, streamline, optimize, facilitate, endeavor, spearhead, bolster, foster, cultivate, harness, underscore, emphasize, navigate, embark, unlock, unveil, elevate, unleash, revolutionize, realm, landscape, beacon, cornerstone, linchpin, catalyst, game-changer, bustling, vibrant, daunting, paramount, crucial, vital, essential, keen, intricate, interplay, labyrinth, enigma, gossamer, indelible, nestled, arguably, undeniably, fundamentally, remarkably, importantly, notably, essentially, subsequently, furthermore, moreover, consequently, whispering, reverberate, testament, remnant, ever-evolving, masterfully, thoughtfully, strategically, proactively
PHRASES:
"It's worth noting that," "It's important to note," "In today's digital age," "In today's fast-paced world," "At the end of the day," "When it comes to," "In the realm of," "Dive deep into," "Take a deep dive," "On the other hand," "As previously mentioned," "Moving forward," "Rest assured," "Needless to say," "It goes without saying," "In order to," "With that being said," "Let's unpack this," "The world of," "Designed to enhance," "It is advisable," "There are a few considerations," "I hope this email finds you well," "I trust this finds you well," "Please don't hesitate to," "As a matter of fact," "By the same token," "In light of," "At its core," "A testament to"
SENTENCE PATTERNS:
Don't start responses with "Great question!" or "Absolutely!" or "Certainly!" Don't start paragraphs with "Moreover" or "Furthermore" or "Additionally." Don't end with "Remember, [restatement of obvious point]."
Write like a normal person. Short sentences. Plain words. Say it once.
A prompt is only as strong as its context architecture. Always define: 1) Persona & Authority, 2) Precise Business Objective, 3) Constraints (what NOT to do), and 4) Structured Output Schema (tables, JSON, or step-by-step frameworks). Save your highest-performing prompt chains as reusable team SOPs.
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