Collins School Thesaurus

by Collins (Author), Collins (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2006

  $3.25

  A fantastic hardback school thesaurus for ages 11+, this title is now in color. Written specially to help with homework, this new color edition of the School Thesaurus provides thousands of synonyms to increase vocabulary, with the most important synonyms highlighted to help students make the right choice. Easy to learn - find all the alternative words you need. Easy to use - explanations and examples lead you to the best alternatives. Easy to read - the clear layout is now with colour. Easy to understand - it shows how to avoid over-used words. Where does it fit in the range? - among Collins School Thesaurus , and Collins Gem School Thesaurus .

• Used

  Paperback
  2003

  $3.25

  A new edition of Collins Thesaurus for success in writing in all school subjects, from starting secondary to completing exam coursework. The text is in easy-to-use format with an alphabetical indicator on each page. A clear, open layout should make it easy to find information and there are thousands of synonyms and antonyms based on Bank of English evidence of which words are actually used in contemporary English. Short definitions for all main entry words guide users to the right sense and examples for all synonyms show how they are used and help students choose the right one for their context. A Word Power feature helps extend students' vocabulary at the next level and themed lists encourage students to use a wider range of words in their written work. There is an antonyms feature which offers an alternative way of expressing ideas and terms from curriculum subjects are included. Extra help is given to help students avoid over-use of very common words.