Publisher's Synopsis
The Compact Oxford Thesaurus for Students is a brand-new title specifically designed to meet the needs of today's students. It is perfect for student reference and everyday study needs. The thesaurus text is accessible and easy to use, with the most useful and common synonyms placed first. Throughout the thesaurus text there are notes giving advice on commonly confused words such as imply/infer, and affect/effect. The thesaurus has been market-tested with both teachers and students. Of particular relevance is the centre supplement, which gives lots of practical information - to help students use a thesaurus and write more effectively. As well as the printed book, there is an Online Resource Centre, accessed via weblinks given in the book, which gives additional information. This portable and affordable thesaurus is an essential reference tool for all college and university students who need practical advice about language, and those who want to write effectively and with confidence. The thesaurus includes 12 months' access* to Oxford's premium online dictionary and thesaurus service, Oxford Dictionaries Online, updated regularly with the latest developments to words and meanings, so you will have the most accurate picture of English available. Find out more about our living language using Oxford Dictionaries Online. Hear how words are spoken with thousands of audio pronunciations, and access over 1.9 million real English example sentences to see how words are used in context. Improve your confidence in writing with helpful grammar and punctuation guides, full thesaurus information, style and usage help, and much more. *Available in selected markets (UK, Europe, Australia, Canada, and South Africa). Terms and conditions apply - please click here for information.
