Reviews (7)

Very handy
Book is very useful having a two in one saves time on lookin for thesaurus or worrying about where your dictonary is

basic info
This dictionary and thesaurus is very basic, not realy that helpfull for college.I do like having the thesaurus available right there though.

A must have for all writers and students.
What makes this particular resource so valuable is that each page of the book has the dictionary section on top and the thesaurus section on the bottom.So, if you're looking up the definition of a word you don't have to hunt around in another section of the book for a similar word - it's on the same page. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Dictionaries    2. Dictionaries - General    3. Directories    4. English language    5. Reference    6. Synonyms and antonyms    7. Thesauri    8. English    9. Reference / Dictionaries   

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Just what we needed
As a homeschooling mom I was furstrated with the old edition we were trying to use. This one has been perfect though I know we will have to get a more advanced one as the kids get older.

If you teach children you must have this book!
This book is an amazing resource for children.My children literally fight over who gets to use the book next.I highly recommend it for any classroom grades 4-7.

If you teach children you must have this book!
Teaching fifth graders English is a large task.It is hard to find meaningful resources to assist in the writing process.I highly recommend this thesaurus for any teacher wanting to improve student vocabulary andteach reference skills.My children literally fight over who gets to usethe book next! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 12-Up - Reference    2. Children: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9)    3. Dictionaries - Synonyms/Antonyms    4. English language    5. General And Reference Works (Young Adult)    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Juvenile literature    8. Reference    9. Reference - Thesauri    10. Synonyms and antonyms    11. Thesauri    12. Juvenile Nonfiction / Reference / Thesauri   

Subjects:  1. Dictionaries - General    2. Reference    3. Thesauri    4. Dictionaries    5. English   

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Very Good
This book really makes you UNDERSTAND the new words you're learning. It's not just about memorization, thank god!

Best Vocabulary Book Ever
Though there are many books for enhancing vocabulary, this book by Norman Lewis is THE BEST.I used this book in high school over 20 years ago and recently purchased it to help tutor my 8th grade daughter. In flipping through the pages, I discovered that I actually remember nearly all of these words due to the ingenious, but simple format used by Norman Lewis. This elegant format is grouping words that have similar meanings together. For example, there are chapters on medical professionals, personality types, types of prevarication, insults, and words of praise. By learning words in semantically related groups, they store together in your memory.Studying words with similar meanings together also fosters an appreciation of the nuances of difference. It's a fantastic way to learn vocabulary that you'll retain.You can skip the earlier book, 30 Days to a More Powerful Vocabulary by Wilfred Funk & Norman Lewis.The earlier book has a similar format, but fewer words, shorter definitions, and a less engaging layout.
Great Learning Experience
I'm skeptical of books like this. My view on expanding vocabulary is to simply read a lot and if you see a word you don't understand, then look it up. Magically, you now know what that word means. But this book surprised me, though I didn't initially realize it until much, much later, well after finishing the book and all the numerous exercises.
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Viagra for Verbomaniacs!
There are a few of us who get really excited about words.
Pleased
One of my fellow writers in a critique group recommended this particular version of Roget's Thesaurus.When I asked the others, they all agreed it was the most helpful.I can see why.At first glance, I hesitated, believing I would be navigating, with difficulty, through a tome.I was pleasantly surprised.
Roget`s International Thesaurus (Unindexed 6th Edition)
Thank you for your Review dated 5th July 2006.
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Subjects:  1. Dictionaries - General    2. English Language Dictionaries    3. English language    4. Reference    5. Synonyms and antonyms    6. Thesauri    7. English    8. Reference / Thesauri   

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useful tool of reference but...
I think the title should be changed to 'Dictionary of Synonyms and Antonyms'. The word thesaurus used here is unsuitable given that the Theseus of Greek myths was neither a great writer, philologist, lexographer or anything else related to dictionaries. This name is not used for such dictionaries in other western european languages. so why use it in English?

you said "thesaurus" haha!
dude i am totally feeling this thegasaurus. not to get all neolithic on you guys or anything, but this thegasaurus really rocks, extinct or not extinct! really though, if this thegasaurus was water, man would I drink it! if it was a chick, i'd be all like, "hey, how's it going?" if it was a show that ran in real time starring keiffer sutherland, i would so tape it and watch it when i got home. that's what thegasauruses are all about man. taping. and taping means saving. please save the thegasauruses!!!! let's not let them die out again!! honestly, if the cavemen from the past were more like the geico cavemen in those commercials, they would have totally rocked and spearheaded a campaign to save the thegasauruses! come on people!!! BE CAVEMEN!!!!! ORDER THE ROAST DUCK WITH MANGO SALSA!!!!
new dictionary
We were using a dictionary published in 1955.It is a pleasure to be able to look up so many words that were not in use then.For example"digital" ... Read more

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Editorial Review

Is this a conventional thesaurus? Regular and standard? Or would you say it was more extraordinary--exceptional and outstanding?Paul Hellweg's Read more

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A Perfect Children's Thesaurus
The American Heritage Thesaurus is a must reference book for any home with children. Each researched word, printed in blue large bold print, is accompanied with the a description, printed in black, of the part(s) of speech the word can be used, several best choice synonyms, and a few lesser utilized synonyms. In addition, an example sentence incorporating the researched word is provided. Occassionally a list of antonyms is provided for the researched word. Researched words are easily located as a result of a large space between each word. Each two page spread usually contains one or two color photographs adding some visual appeal. In summary, this thesaurus is highly recommended and is an invaluable resource for any child of reading age.

The American Heritage Childrens Thesaurus
I baught the childrens thesaurus for my 9 year old daughter, itis used more than our other thesaurus by me and my teenagedchildren. It is very fast and easy to use. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 9-12 - Reference    2. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    3. Children: Grades 4-6    4. Dictionaries - Synonyms/Antonyms    5. Juvenile General And Reference Works    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Reference - Thesauri    8. Thesauri    9. Juvenile Nonfiction / Reference / Thesauri   

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Not Recommended
When I got back into writing this year, I figured I needed a thesaurus more current than the old Random House College Edition Thesaurus, circa 1984, that was in my desk.And using [...] just didn't provide enough context to the words.This Webster Thesaurus was a cheap purchase which I figured would be easy to use - heck, a thesaurus is a thesaurus, right?I was wrong.
Extremely Small Print
Even people with good eye sight will struggle with this...had I known that I would have got the large print version. As for the thesaurus itself.. it is pretty good. There are a few little code symbols you have to rememberand you may have to bounce around the book a bit to get that"perfect" word. It is full of words though and probably a goodbuy for kids grades 8-12. If it would have had just a little bit largerprint I would have rated it 4 stars but being able to read it is animportant thing...especially if you have to work on something a littlelater in the evening when your eyes are slightly strained all ready. ... Read more

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Roget's Thesaurus in Dictionary Form
I find this reference book most helpful due to the fact that it incorporates the style of a dictionary. It provides abundant information for words which assist me in utilizing them in numerous formats. I recommend this item with confidence to anyone who wishes to improve their writing skills.

for the learning disabled
purchased for a friend who has adult ADHD. He loves it.

If you write, you must have a Thesaurus!
"A Thesaurus is not a dinosaur."This is not just a play on words.I've heard it said that a printed thesaurus is a "dinosaur;" you can get everything you need from the worldwide web.
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For vocabophiles everywhere!
Not an enormous volume, but definitely worth looking at.Try a few 'new ones' every day and get a chuckle or two!!

How to impress the faculty
Sometimes you need to get back at those polysyllabalistic professors. This book will help you do that without having to abrade your cranium.

Eupeptic Over a New Kind of Thesaurus
Back in the day, say 1852, Peter Mark Roget, finding no thesaurus on the shelf, decided to write one himself, grouping words by related ideas and earning for himself a place in lexicographical history.
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Editorial Review

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Merriam Webster Review
This is a very complete dictionary. The word derivations are quite good. Also more definitions than the competition (American Heritage and Collins Co Built).
Great feature for Word
This is a great program for use in MS Word. Highlight any word and click the iconand it looks if up for you. Lots of other features too: rhyming words, spelling help,thesaurus, word games, etc.
its a great product
I really enjoy the product. It interfaced with my word processor which made its use very easy. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Abridged Audio - Misc. Nonfiction    2. Dictionaries    3. Dictionaries - General    4. Reference    5. Thesauri    6. English   

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Subjects:  1. Children: Young Adult (Gr. 10-12)    2. Dictionaries - Synonyms/Antonyms    3. English Language Dictionaries    4. Juvenile Nonfiction    5. Reference    6. Reference - Dictionaries    7. Thesauri    8. Reference / Dictionaries   

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Looking to be in the top percent in college and high school courses?
A match made in heaven?
Terrific Introduction to a Thesaurus
I used this book with groups of English as a Second Language students in fifth and sixth grades. I thought it was a marvelous introduction to what a thesaurus is and how to use one. The book is only 86 pages long and uses easily readable print font, so it is not intimidating at all and really helps to promote confidence. My students loved it!

Did not assist in the task
I am a fifth grade teacher looking for a thesaurus for my students. I was extremely dissapointed in...this book. There were many words that were ommitted from the book which made it impossible for my students to find the synonyms to the words they were looking for. I thought this book would have provided some assistance in helping my students improve their vocabulary and writing skills, however I was mistaken. ... Read more

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Middle of The Road
Over the last several years I have purchased many rhyming dictionaries looking for the one I like the most. This is one of the first books I tried. This particular book is somewhat generic in nature and is plain. It seems that some words are left out. This book would be good for a required book in a college class. It gives you basics plus it is affordable. But if you want something comprehensive, plus full of information on rhyming, there are better books out there.

easy to use and gets you thinking
I write sonnets, villanelles and song lyrics and, before I bought this book, I thought somehow that it was cheating to use rhymes that didn't come out of my own head. Well, phooey to that! Yes, I still do make a list of rhyming words first, but then I turn to this dictionary and - wow - the possiblities just open up!
It's Great!
This rhyming dictionary is exactly what I needed when looking for that perfect word in a poem. Of course, what else would we expect from Merriam-Webster's? They've helped me be a writer for years! The proof is here - http://www.winebird.com/ ... Read more

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Great source.
Everyone in the family has used the New World Thesaurus at one time or another since our purchase.It's easy to use and complete.Anyone with kids in school or adults who have to develop content in their jobs will find this book a valuable resource.

Speachless
A most complete resource for writers or closet linguists. Wonderfully easy to use!
This thesaurus is divided into two main sections:Roget's style thematic index and a dictionary style alphabetized index.Read more

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Not exactly product review, more of Amazon review
Unfortunately, Amazon is not shipping the product at the expected expedition date, and as of now, and it has been almost a month they still haven't send it.It is not sure when exact will they have it. Might just cancel it.

A must-have for both native and non-native speakers.
Regardless of what you're writing, you will write it better with the aid of this Thesaurus. If you are a non-native speaker of English like me, and you want to expand your vocabulary, buy this book... or alternatively some other Roget's Thesaurus. One of the best things in this book is the fact that you will find what you're looking for very fast.

The original and still the best
Roget was born in England of French parentage and made the development of an English Language Thesaurus his life's work. He gained little recognition in his own lifetime but the results of his endeavours have been diligently embellished and supplemented by generations of academics so that now, when we need another word for the one in our mind, when we are seeking a word but it won't come to mind, when we want to put together that "catch phrase" that will bring our customers running to our door, we reach instinctively for Roget's Thesaurus. They're even a standard part of the kit for most Word Processing programs.Read more

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The ONLY indispensible tool I own
No question, this is the best resource on my bookshelves, a status it earned twenty years ago that has never been threatened. I can't imagine being without it. The Synonym Finder is useful, helpful, functional, utilitarian, convenient, worthwhile, rewarding, valuable, beneficial, effective, advantageous, practical, efficacious, serviceable, handy.

Enjoyable
I have two of these books and I suggested my friend in GA purchase one.It is very useful.

Essential for editors/writers
I was given this thesaurus as a gift for high school graduation (longer ago than I care to admit). I went on to get a degree in journalism and become a professional editor. This has been by far one of the most invaluable tools of my career. I have had other thesauruses (thesauri?), and they are amateur at best. If you work with words, you absolutely must have a copy of this. ... Read more

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Should Be A Standard Reference
"...he could hear a sound like rushing steam inside his skull.It was the rush of madness, the incorrigible madness of this place...they had attacked and reduced him to a grisly, spastic, convulsive length of live meat burning in the throes of neurons gone amuck and hauled his shriveled caracus off to some madhouse called the Rubber Room."Quick!Tap the subconscious recesses of your computer-like brain and identify the author.If you pulled up Tom Wolfe, A Man In Full, page 368, you are correct.#####Just goes to show, I guess, that wordy prose in the hands of a famous writer is still acceptable. (Little wonder that Wolfe writes 700-page books.)Suffice it to say, such over-the-top wordiness submitted to a publisher by an unpublished writer would probably be tossed in the waste basket, quickly, or consigned back to the slush pile.#####Essentialism venerates humility as its highest virtue.Consequently, when in doubt, it is probably best to adapt the James M. Cain breakout writing fashion dating way back to the 1930s with his The Postman Always Rings Tiwice, Double Indemnity, and Mildred Pierce.Brevity.Simplicity. Faithfully follow Commandment V of the Plot Development Ten Commandments:Thou Shalt Not Hyperbolize. ##### In this regard, The Dictionary of Concise Writing is a precious gem.It is a volume which should be on every book shelf, conveniently accessable as a constant reference by every writer.

Indispensable
This is an excellent book, and other comments here are more profound than my own thoughts, so I'll just say that I use this (and it's somewhat companion, The Dimwit's Dictionary) with regularity. Whenever I've written something that I think may be verbose, I hastily consult this to see if I've erred. It's truly an indispensable tool.

Say More in Fewer Words.
In "The Dictionary of Concise Writing", Robert Hartwell Fiske battles the veritable plague of excessive wordiness that threatens to make muddled mush of the English language. Well, maybe that's hyperbole. And maybe it's too wordy. In any case, in this book's first two chapters, "The Perfectibility of Words" and "The Imperfectibility of People", Fiske explains how, and hypothesizes as to why, we cloud our speech and writing with so many unnecessary words. The first chapter gives common examples of objectionably wordy sentences organized by part of speech and type of phrase. The second chapter discusses wordiness in business, legalese, journalese, academicspeak and its repercussions. Those chapters are followed by"The Dictionary of Concise Writing", whose 357 pages constitute the bulk of this book. The Dictionary lists common wordy phrases, alphabetically, and suggests more concise alternatives for each one. Every wordy phrase is illustrated with an example sentence and an improved version, in which the phrase has been replaced by something better. Fiske isn't claiming that these wordy phrases should never be used -although I gather that he might say that of some, but that we should express these ideas succinctly whenever it will do the job. Truthfully, writers probably don't notice when they use too many words, so we may not think to look for an alternative in this book. I find "The Dictionary of Concise Writing" most valuable as a reminder. Fiske's examples stick with me and make me more conscious of wordiness while I'm writing, especially of common redundant and overwrought phrases. There is a short interview with the author at the end of the book. Robert Hartwell Fiske is the editor of The Vocabula Review (www.vocabula.com), where you will find further interesting opinions and observations on the English language. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Composition & Creative Writing - General    2. Dictionaries    3. Dictionaries - General    4. English language    5. Language Arts / Linguistics / Literacy    6. Reference    7. Report writing    8. Rhetoric    9. Thesauri    10. Usage    11. Creative writing guides    12. English    13. Reference / Dictionaries