This thesaurus provides a comprehensive resource for understanding and expanding vocabulary. It is designed for writers and students, offering a simple alphabetical listing of over 11,000 main entries with more than 200,000 synonyms and antonyms. Each main entry includes sample sentences, parts of speech for all entries, and extensive coverage of vocabulary levels, identifying informal and slang words. The reference is edited for easy access and vocabulary building, reflecting Random House's long-standing reputation for excellence in reference works.

The Random House Roget's Thesaurus is presented as an authoritative and comprehensive resource, favored by writers and students. Its design emphasizes ease of use with a simple alphabetical listing and clear indication of parts of speech and vocabulary levels. The extensive coverage of synonyms and antonyms, coupled with sample sentences, aims to facilitate vocabulary building and enhance writing. The imprint's established reputation for quality in reference works underpins its utility.