Microsoft Encarta Thesaurus

Microsoft Encarta Thesaurus by Microsoft. mass_market edition. ISBN: 9780312983635.

Words At the Speed of Today The Microsoft® Encarta® Thesaurus is a portable guide for choosing the right word. Over 200,000 synonyms and antonyms can be accessed from a quick-reference A-Z list of more than 25,000 entries, including clearly labeled slang, informal, technical, and literary terms. Contained in a handy format, it can be slipped easily into any briefcase or schoolbag. Special features include: - Over 100 "Compare and Contrast" panels highlight the differences between over 700 words with similar meanings. Find out the difference between "beginner", "apprentice", "greenhorn", and "tyro". - Over 300 "Word bank" panels provide vocabulary lists for selected topics-e.g., gemstones, dinosaurs, aircraft, and more. - A "Test Your Wordpower" section enables users to assess their vocabulary range and verbal speed. Microsoft® Encarta® Thesaurus