Thoroughly revised and updated, this resource features over 420,000 synonyms and antonyms; an A-Z listing of headwords for easy reference; up-to-date vocabulary, with technological, rare, and archaic terms; and boxes listing related words, such as kinds of dogs or medical terms.
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Chambers is one of the world’s most respected reference publishers, appealing particularly to word lovers and those who revel in all the quirks of the English language. Meticulously researched and expertly written, the highly acclaimed Chambers range has been at the forefront of presenting knowledge and learning in an engaging and accessible way since it was first established in the nineteenth century.
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. THE CHAMBERS THESAURUS is a veritable treasure-trove, with the greatest selection of alternative words and phrases available in an A to Z format. Modern vocabulary sits alongside archaic, and technical terms, formal language and slang are all covered.Boxed entries discussing tone and nuance help you to select the perfect synonym, and related quotations and proverbs throughout the text show the words in action. Types of panels give helpful suggestions for words it is difficult to find alternatives for so beside the synonyms for flower you will also find a list of common flowers.As a bonus for creative writers and wordgame fans, a special supplement, the Word Lovers Miscellany, brings together themed lists, literary devices and much more. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003931325
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