The revolutionary writing dictionary that helps advanced students improve their vocabulary. The Longman Language Activator takes students from a key word or basic idea, like 'good', and shows more precise words or phrases with information on register, context and grammar structures.

This book is a unique dictionary for intermediate level students who want to expand their vocabulary and improve their writing skills. From just 600 basic words - such as 'useful' - students can learn thousands more - such as 'invaluable', 'handy' and 'versatile'. Expand your vocabulary: from 600 basic words or concepts like 'walk', 'decide' or 'angry', students can learn thousands more. Updated Colour Word Banks help students learn words by organising them by common essay topics, such as books & literature. There are clear definitions and plenty of natural examples help you choose the right word every time Write essays that impress. New to this edition: Check your own writing against model essays on common topics - from environment to technology ; Learn how to structure your essays correctly, using the Writing Tips ; A wide range of exercise types, from 'Choose the Right Word' to full guided essay writing practice with model essays and feedback ; Interactive Grammar and Communication guides to find the correct words, phrases and grammar.

The accompanying workbook (0-582-30579-9) gives students the opportunity to practise their English in conjunction with the dictionary.

Longman Language Activator leads students to exactly the right word or phrase- even if they have never heard it before, includes: * Clear simple headings * Helps students choose the right word by helping them understand the differences in meaning between words with similar meanings * Detailed definitions and natural examples show students the correct word to use * Students learn how to use their new word or phrase correctly using the collocations and phrases given for each meaning.

The 'Longman Exams Dictionary' is a dictionary specially for advanced exams students. Find the vocabulary needed for common essay with the Topic Activator. 212,000 words, phrases andmeanings. Clear definitions using only 2000 common words. Covers key academic study areas such as computing, business, science, and medicine. Over 1000 Study Notes on vocabulary, grammar, and common errors.160,000 examples show natural usage. The onlydictionary to identify the Academic Wordlist. 10,000 synonyms, antonyms, and Word Families. Thousands of examples reports and essays.

A full picture of English as used in 2001, this comprehensive guide to written and spoken English has been updated with a new words section and colour headwords.