100 Empowering Words for Women To Use
Have you ever thought about how you speak to yourself and what kind of words you use? Now, think about how often you use empowering words in your vocabulary.
Many of us frequently use negative words and phrases such as…
- I can’t
- I’m not able to
- I’m not strong enough or impossible
The worst part is we don’t even realize we’re doing it.
What if we changed the narrative in our minds and replaced these negative words with empowering words?
If you’re intrigued please stick around so we can dig deep into the best empowering words for women to use about themselves and others.
What is the meaning of empowerment?
As defined by the Merriam-Webster dictionary…
“The act or action of empowering someone or something and the state of being empowered to do something – therefore having the power, right, or authority to perform various acts or duties”.
This sounds quite official, so in everyday life think of empowerment this way…
Having the knowledge and confidence to take action and stand by your decisions.
Why use empowering words?
Before we get started let’s talk about empowerment in general.
- Empowering words and phrases give us motivation and confidence
- Remind yourself and other women that we can make a change, make a difference
- Build other women up to help them see their potential
- Increase your overall feeling of positivity in your day
- These powerful words just feels good!
Related:
- 50 Mental Health Affirmations for Depression and Anxiety
- Positive Morning Affirmations for Success, Confidence & Happiness
100 Empowering Words for Women To Use
Use these words of empowerment to describe a strong woman in your life, starting with you.
As you read through this list of inspiring words think about what they mean to you.
Do any of these words stand out?
Capable, adventurous, optimistic, gracious… What words of empowerment describe you? #empowerHer #empoweringwomen Share on X
- acceptance
- accomplished
- accountable
- adaptive
- admired
- adventurous
- ambitious
- appreciated
- autonomous
- beautiful
- beloved
- blessed
- blissful
- brave
- breathtaking
- brilliant
- capable
- captivating
- charismatic
- clever
- committed
- conscientious
- courageous
- courteous
- curious
- deliberate
- deserving
- determined
- dignity
- dynamic
- eager
- electric
- empowering
- enabled
- encouraged
- energetic
- energized
- exceptional
- extraordinary
- fascinating
- flourish
- focused
- forgiving
- fortunate
- funny
- gifted
- goal-oriented
- gorgeous
- gracious
More Encouraging Words To Describe a Strong Woman
- grateful
- greatness
- growth
- honest
- hopeful
- important
- inclusive
- independent
- influential
- ingenious
- innovative
- insightful
- intelligent
- intuition
- invincible
- joyous
- leader
- lively
- lovely
- loyal
- magnetic
- motivational
- open-minded
- optimistic
- passionate
- perceptive
- playful
- positive
- powerful
- professional
- progressive
- proud
- radiant
- reliable
- remarkable
- resilient
- resourceful
- respect
- secure
- significant
- strategic
- strong
- stunning
- successful
- supportive
- thriving
- transforming
- unique
- uplift
- valued
- worthy
Inspiring Quotes from Strong Women
“Find something you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” – Julia Child
“I have learned that as long as I hold fast to my beliefs and values – and follow my own moral compass – then the only expectations I need to live up to are my own.” – Michelle Obama
“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain!” – Dolly Parton
“Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on.” – Serena Williams
Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on. – Serena Williams #empoweringwords Share on X“I attribute my success to this: I never gave or took any excuse.” – Florence Nightingale
“Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.”
– Oprah Winfrey
“Women don’t need to find a voice, they have a voice, and they need to feel empowered to use it, and people need to be encouraged to listen.” – Meghan Markle
“Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it possibly, without claiming it, she stands up for all women.” – Maya Angelou
“There’s something so special about a woman who dominates in a man’s world. It takes a certain grace, strength, intelligence, fearlessness, and the nerve to never take no for an answer.” – Rihanna
“There is no tool for development more effective than the empowerment of women.” – Kofi Annan
“I raise up my voice — not so that I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard … we cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.” – Malala Yousafzai
“Behind every great woman… is another great woman.”
– Kate Hodges
How To Use These Motivating Words
1. Describe Yourself and Others
Use these positive words of empowerment to describe yourself and other women.
Literally, add these words to your daily vocabulary.
Intentionally using these words reminds you that anything is possible if you set your mind to it.
2. Write Some ‘I am’ Affirmations
Create your own affirmations with these empowering words.
Some examples:
- I am hopeful for what the future brings.
- I am an extraordinary woman who deserves a joyous life.
- I am determined to become a leader and empower other women.
- I am capable of anything I choose.
- I am strong, valued and successful.
Learn more about affirmations here: What are Affirmations & How To Use Them
3. Share These Inspiring Words with Others
Share these words of empowerment with women in your life (young and old)… your daughter, mother, niece, sister, friend, colleague.
By using these words of empowerment with others you are empowering them to think differently about themselves too.
4. Use a New Word Every Day
Select an empowering word every day. Then think about what it means to you and how this word can improve your life by using it and believing it.
To do this:
- Write the word in your journal or daily planner
- Look up the definition
- Write down how this word relates to you or describes you
- Think about how you can make this word come to life for you
Let me share an example.
Word: Acceptance
Definition: the action of consenting to receive or undertake something offered.
How it relates to me: I am learning to accept certain circumstances in my life.
How this word comes to life for me: Instead of dwelling in the past, I can take small steps to learn how to accept where my life is today.
5. Turn Your Negative Words into Empowering Words
I want you to flip the switch, meaning when you typically use negative words towards yourself and others, think about using words of empowerment instead.
Even if you don’t believe it right away, get into the practice of using some encouraging words from this list.
It will begin to change the way you think about yourself, your situation and what you’re capable of.
Here are some examples:
- I am uncertain – I have confidence and trust my intuition.
- I’m not able – I am determined to try.
- Nothing ever goes my way – I will be focused on making my goals a reality.
- I didn’t reach my goal – I am already successful by learning from my failures.
- People don’t see my value – It’s up to me to show what I’m capable of along with my commitment to grow.
More Ways To Feel Empowered as a Woman
Practice self-love affirmations
Download this self-love worksheet to get started. It includes 25 positive affirmations to help you love yourself more, plus a worksheet to write your own.
Read some self-worth quotes
These empowering self-worth quotes serve as a reminder of just how important, strong and unique you are.
Make sure to share one or two of them with a woman in your life who needs a little boost.
Also, check out these powerful quotes to celebrate International Women’s Day.
Start Saying NO
And say no without feeling guilty. This can feel especially challenging if you identify as a people pleaser, but trust me – learning how to say no is one of the best things you’ll ever do for yourself.
It’s the ultimate form of self-love.
Set some new personal goals
When you set and achieve your goals you’ll automatically feel more empowered. You’ll show yourself that when you set your mind to something – you can make it happen!
Here are some life goals examples to inspire you.
Focus On The Things You Can Control In Life
You could easily focus on the things you can not control but this isn’t serving you – so instead think about what you can control in life… your mindset, how you treat yourself, your interests, or how you react to others.
How Did These Words of Empowerment Make You Feel?
While writing this article I personally felt uplifted, hopeful and encouraged 🙂
More importantly, I realize that as women we can empower one another in so many areas of our lives.
When women support each other, incredible things happen.
It all starts with the right words…
- Add these uplifting words to your daily lives
- Use these words of empowerment to describe the strong women you know and love – including yourself.
This little act alone will unite women to support each other in our businesses, careers, at home, with our hopes and dreams and beyond.
Not the things that are out of your control. Check out this post of 100 things you can control in life right now.
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What Words of Empowerment and Encouragement Resonated Most with You?
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I love your blog. I always learn something new and self-care and personal empowerment. Thanks for your effort.
Hi Rosalie – thank you so much!