Revised and updated, the new edition of the Random House Webster's College Thesaurus retains its best-selling feature--main entries illustrated with actual sentences to show how the word and its synonyms are used.

Find the right word every time with this indispensable guide! Concise definitions pinpoint meanings shared by synonyms. More than 275,000 word choices, examples, and explanations. Sample sentences and phrases for each synonym at its own entry clarify how words are used in context. Alphabetical lists may also include related words, idiomatic phrases, near antonyms, and antonyms. A perfect companion to the best-selling Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary, 11th Ed.

-- Over 11,000 entry words, 200,000 synonyms and antonyms, and 400 synonym studies.-- Convenient paperback format for backpack or desktop.

Includes more than 43,000 synonyms, antonyms, and contrasted and related words.

New Edition - designed for students grades 9-11, ages 14 & up. Includes synonyms, antonyms, related and contrasted words and idiomatic phrases. Concise definitions and 37,000 usage examples for each main entry aid word selection and describe shared meanings. Examples of new entries include: upscale, genderless, interest group.

The Notebook Reference Webster's Thesaurus offers students thousands of words to help them expand their vocabulary right at their fingertips! The easy-to-read entry words appear in boldface type and are arranged alphabetically. Each entry is followed by a list of synonyms, and where applicable, entry words also include a list of antonyms. Students will also find a section of vocabulary for readers and writers with useful information on homonyms and homographs, similes and metaphors, the writing process, and more! The 3-hole punched format allows students to carry this book in a 3-ring binder for quick reference at school, at home, or on the go.