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Merriam-Webster's Intermediate Thesaurus
SKU
052972
ISBN
9780877796787
Grade 5-8
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Charlotte Mason
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Description
Revised and updated with more than 150,000 word choices, this thesaurus includes synonyms, antonyms, related words and phrases. Newly added vocabulary covers the timely topics of social media, technology and entertainment. It has a green cover and measures 7.25" x 9.5." If you have a student who tends to use the same words again and again in his or her writing, here is a tool for you! 923 pgs, hc. ~ Sara
Publisher's Description of Merriam-Webster's Intermediate Thesaurus
Written especially for middle schoolers, this thesaurus is a perfect resource for any kid who loves to read and write. With over 150,000 word choices, Merriam-Webster’s Intermediate Thesaurus is a great tool for building vocabulary, fostering communication skills, and helping with homework.
- 19,000 main entries with statements describing the meaning shared by the synonyms provided
- Nearly 28,000 synonyms; over 71,000 related words; over 8,000 antonyms; and over 30,000 near antonyms provided.
- Many entries contain multiple senses, each with a definition and usage example
- Over 32,000 usage examples
- Newly added vocabulary that pays particular attention to this age group in the areas of social media, technology, and entertainment
Details
| Product Format: | Hardcover Book |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Merriam-Webster |
| Grades: | 5-8 |
| ISBN: | 9780877796787 |
| Length in Inches: | 9.5625 |
| Width in Inches: | 7.3125 |
| Height in Inches: | 1.75 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 2.65 |
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