Chambers School Thesaurus, 3rd edition

Summary:

Now with entry words in colour, and key synonyms highlighted, Chambers School Thesaurus has been fully revised to include up-to-date alternative and opposite words, all in a clear and easy-to-use A to Z format.

Examples are given to show context for every sense so that pupils can choose an alternative with confidence. Highlighted Word Workshop pages give guidance on overused words such as 'nice' and 'bad' to help students express themselves more effectively. Packed full of content, Chambers School Thesaurus is the most comprehensive and practical school thesaurus available.

Chambers School Thesaurus
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• 120,000 alternative and 10,000 opposite words, including some of the newest words to enter the language

• Examples show context for every sense
  

• Word Workshop pages give students additional help in finding alternatives for the most commonly-used words

• Colour headwords make it quick and easy for young students to find the words they're looking for

About the Author(s):
Chambers is one of the world`s most respected dictionary publishers, appealing particularly to word lovers and those who revel in all the quirks of the English language. Its extensive list of innovative and completely reliable language and reference titles covers English-language dictionaries, thesauruses, bilingual dictionaries, crosswords, puzzles and games and specialist titles on subjects such as biography, quotations, literary characters, science and technology and world history. 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 19th century.

Readership:
11-14