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Random House Webster's College Thesaurus Book

If you find yourself in perpetual pursuit of the perfect word, Random House Webster's College Thesaurus may earn a place as favorite bedside reading. From "alacrity" to "zeal," "altitude" to "zenith," this reference offers myriad options in the way of scintillating synonyms (as well as apt antonyms). Organized in a simple A-to-Z format, each word is also used in a sentence--with different sentences for distinct meanings of the word--to help eschew malapropisms. If you're still getting your sea legs in the ocean of current vocabulary, the feature on how to avoid offensive or insensitive language (a crash course in political correctness) should help prevent any embarrassing gaffs. And, for those who choose to teeter at the cutting edge of the lexicon, there's a section explaining new hipster words, such as "def," "dis," "phat," and "bloviate" (look it up!). With more than 12,000 main entry terms, 400,000-plus synonyms and antonyms, and the handy "Thumb Index," this revised and updated thesaurus is a reference no wordsmith should be without. --Brangien DavisRead More

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  • Product Description

    It's Comprehensive:

    You'll find synonyms for terms like wannabe, soi-distant, laid-back, kvetch, yo-yo, zaftig, and x-rated.

    You'll gain insights into words like agita, ASAP, attrite, bloviate, bodice, ripper, dis, and hot-button, all discussed in a brand-new essay on the burgeoning vocabulary of the Nineties and beyond.

    You'll explore the more than 12,000 main entries, with their synonym and antonym lists offering over 400,000 word choices.


    It's the Easiest Thesaurus to Use:

    All the main entries are in simple A- Z listing.

    Thousands of example sentences show you an appropriate context for each meaning of each main entry term.

    The Thumb Index helps you find your way quickly to the word you're looking for.


    It's Authoritative:

    Synonym and antonym lists cover all levels of vocabulary, from formal to slang.

    This reliable reference is recommended for students, writers, public speakers, and business people.

  • 0375425969
  • 9780375425967
  • 12 July 2005
  • Random House Reference Publishing
  • Hardcover (Book)
  • 832
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