Author Description
New from the Oxford American dictionary program, this authoritative and up-to-date thesaurus offers complete coverage of today's American English in one tiny book. Over 140,000 synonyms included, with the most useful words given first for maximum accessibility. Thousands of example sentences pinpoint the correct sense of the words. Useful appendices give guidance on how to avoid common errors, spelling tips and rules, and pronunciation. All Oxford American dictionaries use an easy-to-use respelling system to show how entries are pronounced. It uses simple, familiar markings to represent common American English sounds.
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THE THESIS
This reference work provides a compact, authoritative resource for identifying synonyms and improving vocabulary precision within the context of American English. Oxford University Press utilizes its established lexicographical program to curate a collection of over 140,000 synonyms. The text is structured to prioritize the most relevant word choices, supported by contextual example sentences and practical appendices designed to assist with common linguistic errors.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A comprehensive database of over 140,000 American English synonyms
- Contextual example sentences for precise word sense disambiguation
- Appendices covering spelling rules and common usage errors
- A standardized respelling system for American English pronunciation
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this volume as a practical, portable tool for students and writers requiring quick access to vocabulary alternatives. Readers frequently note the efficiency of the layout, which prioritizes high-frequency synonyms to streamline the drafting process.
Page Count:
688
Publication Date:
2004-09-30
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195175204
ISBN-13:
9780195175202
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