Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus: Updated & Expanded 2nd Edition (21st Century Reference) | 
 enlarge | Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
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Pages: 976
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ISBN: 038533415X
Dewey Decimal Number: 423.1
EAN: 9780385334150
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Publication Date: July 13, 1999
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Product Description
Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus enables users to learn and make sense of words in a way no other thesaurus does, with:
•17,000 main words, alphabetically listed, with parts of speech and concise definitions, for convenient, at-a-glance decision making.
•450,000 synonyms, more than any other thesaurus
A versatile, thorough compilation of words and phrases - from slang to common usage - to the most erudite of word choices.
•Hundreds of recently coined and common Americanisms
•A unique Concept Index to find words with only one concept in mind, rather than a specific word. This process of linking words together mirrors the way we actually think.
With its innovative Concept Index, this thesaurus enhances the traditional function of thesauri; the simple replacement of one word with another. The Concept Index enriches users' understanding of meaning and usage by grouping together main entry words that share a similar idea or property - achieving broad connections of language between such categories as: ACTIONS, CAUSES, LIFE FORMS, QUALITIES, SENSES, etc.
The essential reference for the 21st century, this is the most up-to-the-minute thesaurus of American English today. students, professionals and general users will love its easy-to-use dictionary format and will find its reliable, accurate word choices indispensable.
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 Essential and easy to use December 19, 2005
I use this book so much in writing, I bought two! Need I say more?
Super! Wonderful! Excellent! Stupendous! Best! October 26, 2005
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
A thesaurus is an indispensable aid for writers - sometimes the right word is just on the tip of the tongue (or, more to the case, perhaps the tip of the finger), but refuses to come forward. Sometimes one has high praise for something, but doesn't want to use the word 'super' over and over again.
Roget's thesaurus has multiple styles of entries - main entries highlighted from the text, subentries that are very close relatives of the main entries, secondary entries that lead back to main entries cross-referenced, and variant spelling forms of words. For the main entries, there is a definition of dictionary variety before the synonyms are presented. Sometimes words have multiple meanings, and the synonym for one meaning might be inappropriate for another meaning, so the main entries break down these multiple pieces for ease of use.
Primary entries have definitions, usage examples, and synonyms; secondary entries lack the examples, and cross-reference to major entries. Homographs (words spelled the same way with different meanings) are also split into multiple entries based on this variation of meaning.
Roget's Thesaurus also uses standard dictionary labeling, so that one can identify the part of speech (noun, verb, etc.), as well as other identifying information (slang terms, informal, regional, etc.). Variations are very interesting to discover, as different words have meanings that go beyond their standard usage.
A thesaurus is a very valuable tool for those who wish to increase their vocabulary, as well as increase the richness of their spoken and written language in actual practice - it is not uncommon for one to know the words listed, but to have the presence of mind to use alternative words is another matter. Dipping into a thesaurus on an occasional basis yields rewards; plunging in on a regular basis will really enhance the command of the language.
There are few sources as adequate to the task as Roget's.
Or in other words... October 3, 2005
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Although it's quite good* and ultimatly an educational read, I find the plot really slow moving and the author seems to keep repeating himself using bigger and more "profound" words.
The pacing is snail like and I feel the way the wrriter attempts to develop character needs some serious consideration.
* I hate using the word "good" but I couldn't think of any others!
An Invaluable Trunk Of Treasure!!! September 30, 2004
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
I discovered this book here at amazon...and discussed it with my friend living in Atlanta...she lovingly forced me to accept this book....and after all the hesitation..i received her package....here in Karachi (Pakistan) after 11 days....this is really a GEM!!!.....those people who are looking for a good thesaurus....i would stricly recommend them to buy this along with The New American Roget's Thesaurus In Dictionary Form...as i have got both...particularly...this one is fantastic...out of this world....offers you a lot more than any other thesaurus...thick,handy....user friendly.....JUST PERFECT!!!
Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus by Kipfer September 1, 2004
This work contains a comprehensive list of word choices for
almost any occasion. The volume has an index, synonyms and the
authority or governing preferred embodiment of the word.
For instance, the word "frequency" is explained , as follows:
o i.e. frequency- [ n ] -abundance, beat, constancy, density...
This rendition would assist any writer, editor, researcher,
librarian or academician.
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