Thesaurus Construction and Use
by Jean Aitchison, David Bawden, and Alan Gilchrist
A practical guide to the construction of thesauri for use in information retrieval, written by leading experts in the field. Includes: planning and design; vocabulary control; specificity and compound terms; structure and relationships; auxiliary retrieval devices; multilingual thesauri; AAT Compound Term Rules. The US ANSI/NISO Z39.19 Thesaurus construction standard is also covered.
More than 6,000 words and phrases that make the difference between "yadda-yadda-yadda" and copy that sells Looking for a better way to say "authentic?" Words That Sell gives you 57 alternatives. How about "appealing?" Take your pick from 76 synonyms. You'll even find more than 100 variations on "exciting." Fully updated and expanded, this edition of the copywriting classic is packed with inspiration-on-demand for busy professionals who need to win customers--by mail, online, or in person. More t...
The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use. Help children age 7+ (KS2) develop their writing skills at home and in the classroom with this colourful, easy-to-use Collins Children's Thesaurus, fully up-to-date to the latest Key Stage 2 curriculum. This illustrated thesaurus provides support for pupils' creative writing and helps build vocabulary, with full definitions for every synonym as well as sample sentences for each word. A simple, step-by-st...
In every scientific discipline, there is an official language formed of many words derived from Latin. Ornithology and bird watching are perfect examples. The scientific names of birds define the identity and relationships among the approximately 10,000 known species. Latin for Birdwatchers introduces you to the Latin words used to describe bird species.In addition to over 3000 definitions, the book profiles 12 great ornithologists, looks in depth at 20 bird genera, and contains over 200 beautif...
Dynamite Resumes 2nd Ed (Nail the Resume: Great Tips for Creating Dynamite Resumes)
by Dr Ronald L Krannich
Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus (21st Century Reference)
by Barbara Ann Kipfer
At last—a revolutionary state-of-the-art thesaurus that puts scores of synonyms at your fingertips Revised and Expanded 3rd Edition ROGET’S 21st CENTURY THESAURUS IN DICTIONARY FORM Combining scholarly authority with a new awareness of today’s communication demands, Roget’s 21st Century Thesaurus is the simple, reliable way to find the perfect word for your needs. It features an easy-to-use dictionary format plus a revolutionary Concept Index that arranges words by idea, thus enhancing the u...
Roget's Thesaurus is the world's most famous and trusted word-finder. First published in 1852, it has now sold over 32 million copies worldwide and has become the indispensable desk companion for generations of speakers and writers of English. It is essential for anyone who wants to improve their command, creative use and enjoyment of English, and is perfect for composing speeches, or for writing all manner of prose and poetry. It remains, definitively, a writer's best friend.
Dynamite Answers to Interview Questions
by Ron L. Krannich and Caryl Rae Krannich
Collins Junior Illustrated Thesaurus (Collins Primary Dictionaries)
Collins Junior Illustrated Thesaurus is especially designed for children aged 6-8, with all the features you'd expect from the world's favourite dictionary publishers: clear, user-friendly design, up-to-the-minute vocabulary and beautifully illustrated in full colour. A must for all budding writers! o Colour headwords, the alphabet on every page and a full index make it easy to find the right word o Full definitions increase understanding of the word o Example sentences for every synonym (simila...
The book series Beihefte zur Zeitschrift für romanische Philologie, founded by Gustav Gröber in 1905, is among the most renowned publications in Romance Studies. It covers the entire field of Romance linguistics, including the national languages as well as the lesser studied Romance languages. The editors welcome submissions of high-quality monographs and collected volumes on all areas of linguistic research, on medieval literature and on textual criticism. The publication languages of the ser...
Setting the Right Price for Your Design and Illustration
by Barbara Ganim
THE AUTHORITATIVE, COMPREHENSIVE, AND EASY-TO-USE THESAURUS FAVORED BY WRITERS AND STUDENTS ALIKE * One simple alphabetical listing * More than 11,000 main entries * More than 200,000 synonyms and antonyms * Sample sentences for every main entry * Parts of speech shown for every main entry, synonym, and antonym * Extensive coverage of all levels of vocabulary and usage, with informal and slang words identified * Edited and designed for easy access * All entries edited to help in vocabulary build...
Collins Pocket Thesaurus
Collins Pocket Thesaurus has a wide range of up-to-date entries, a generous choice of synonyms, and thousands of antonyms, giving unrivalled everyday language coverage for a thesaurus of its size. The hard-wearing vinyl cover makes it an ideal reference book for carrying to school or work. This new edition of Collins Pocket Thesaurus provides up-to-date language coverage along with practical guidance on effective English for everyday use. All main entry words are highlighted in colour and the...
Get the combined knowledge of a dictionary and a thesauras in this convenient resource from Oxford University Press—the first name in reference. For anyone who has experienced the frustration of finding alternative words and precise meanings, The Oxford American Desk Dictionary and Thesaurus is the easy and informative two-in-one solution to your reference needs. This essential reference includes: • Over 150,000 entries, definitions, and synonyms in an integrated A-to-Z volume • Includes appe...
Collins New School Thesaurus
This thesaurus aims to increase students' success in writing in all school subjects from starting secondary to completing coursework for exams. It includes an alphabetical indicator on each page. Every main synonym has a real example from the "bank of English" showing the word in use. A word power feature aims to help extend students' confidence in using language. The thesaurus also contains themed lists provide additional vocabulary help, alternative ways of expressing ideas, and vocabulary fro...
Collins New School Thesaurus
This thesaurus aims to increase students' success in writing in all school subjects from starting secondary to completing coursework for exams. It includes an alphabetical indicator on each page. Every main synonym has a real example from the "bank of English" showing the word in use. A word power feature aims to help extend students' confidence in using language. The thesaurus also contains themed lists provide additional vocabulary help, alternative ways of expressing ideas, and vocabulary fro...