Tip: A thesaurus is like a dictionary on steroids. Definitions are often found through synonyms, and this thesaurus in particular is awesome. I'm a horticulturist and gardener, but I find that involves a lot of researching, writing, and sharing information. In order to sound more professional and expand my vocabulary, I've used an online thesaurus. But those have limitations. Like any good reference book held in the hands of any ADHD individual, looking for a word in a book becomes a rambling adventure in itself. Like the title says, I've exploited this book in more discreet instances than any of my other books since it arrived into my library. It is more complete than other thesaurus's I own and it includes some interesting appendixes for curious minds.
United States on Sep 23, 2023
Julessa Barnes: I use this resource to help me write better and translate into foreign languages for business purposes. It’s a very good resource.
United States on Sep 21, 2023
Sue HeissSue Heiss: Substantial. Lays flat. Legible font. well organized.
United States on Jul 21, 2023
Don T. Gala, Ph.D.: This was given to my granddaughter who is going to attend a university to become a Clinical Psychologist. She needs all the resources that she can get.
This is yet another great resource.
United States on Jul 06, 2023
James: I'm a professor and regularly write academic journal articles. Online thesauruses leave me at a loss for words with other simplistic suggestions. I bought this thesaurus for when I start a PhD program in the fall, and I'm sure it will be helpful as I attempt to take my writing to the next level.
United States on May 30, 2023
MiddyMouse: I have been looking for thesaurus for years, 10/10 helped me out greatly with my writing!!!
Canada on Dec 21, 2022
Vanessa Shepherd: This thesaurus is very helpful for young, new writers. Very professional and makes you sound smart!
Germany on Jul 18, 2022
James Walmsley: I suppose it's okay for a student writing a high school paper or maybe even a freshman but other than that - blah! I looked up a few entries for suggestions and nothing extraordinary popped up. The words I was using in my text weren't even in the main bodies of suggestions. I teach the English language for a living. I know where I'm coming from. Stephen King was right. Throw the Thesaurus in the waste paper basket.Mine is on the shelf collecting dust. An impressive paperweight however.
Canada on Apr 20, 2020
Ivan's choice: This 1000-page thesaurus is rare among oxford thesauruses as it includes usage notes for the user.
Sometimes, two or three words have similar meanings and so a language user is in a difficult situation to decide which is the best word that expresses his or her idea . It is at this point that the usage notes can help a great deal.
Since Merriam-Webster no longer revised its dictionary on discriminated synonyms, this Oxford American Writer's Thesaurus is the one to be had.
United Kingdom on Apr 10, 2018
| The Oxford American Writers Thesaurus, 6th Edition (1998): A Comprehensive Guide to Word Choice and Usage | On Writing: Mastering the Art of Storytelling in Memoirs | On Writing: A Reflection on the Art of Storytelling | |
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| Total Reviews | 17 reviews | 342 reviews | 342 reviews |
| Words, Language & Grammar Reference | Words, Language & Grammar Reference | Words, Language & Grammar Reference | |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0199829927 | 978-1982159375 | 978-1439193631 |
| Item Weight | 3.88 pounds | ||
| Customer Reviews | 4.8/5 stars of 672 ratings | 4.7/5 stars of 18,856 ratings | 4.7/5 stars of 18,856 ratings |
| Best Sellers Rank | #16 in Thesauruses #58 in Words, Language & Grammar Reference#113 in Fiction Writing Reference | #2 in Fiction Writing Reference #5 in Author Biographies#53 in Memoirs | #34 in Words, Language & Grammar Reference#53 in Fiction Writing Reference #634 in Memoirs |
| Fiction Writing Reference (Books) | Fiction Writing Reference | Fiction Writing Reference | Fiction Writing Reference |
| Language | English | English | English |
| Thesauruses (Books) | Thesauruses | ||
| Publisher | Oxford University Press; 3rd edition | Scribner; Reissue edition | Scribner; Classic edition |
| Hardcover | 1128 pages | ||
| ISBN-10 | 0199829926 | 1982159375 | 9781439193631, 1439193630 |
| Dimensions | 1.9 x 7.1 x 10 inches | 5.5 x 0.9 x 8.38 inches; 10.56 Ounces | 5.5 x 1 x 8.44 inches; 15.68 Ounces |
Canada on Oct 12, 2023