The Highly Selective Dictionary for the Extraordin
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Between TV talk shows, radio call-in programs, email and the Internet, spontaneous-talk media has skyrocketed in the ’90s. People are interacting more frequently and more fervently than ever before, turning the English language into an indecipherable mess. Now, this unique and concise compendium presents the most confused and misused words in the language today — words misused by careless speakers and writers everywhere. It defines, discerns and distinguishes the finer points of sense and meaning. Was it fortuitous or only fortunate? Are you trying to remember, or more fully recollect? Is he uninterested or disinterested? Is it healthful or healthy, regretful or regrettable, notorious or infamous? The answers to these and many more fascinating etymological questions can be found within the pages of this invaluable (or is it valuable?) reference.
Publisher : Collins Reference; First Edition (May 22, 1997)
Language : English
Hardcover : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 0062701908
ISBN-13 : 978-0062701909
Item Weight : 13.5 ounces
Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.87 x 8.25 inches
Ted F. Ellicott –
Educational, Pedantic, Enjoyable, Precise
Reading or listening to this book will help you find the most appropriate and exact word when writing. If you buy the Kindle version with the text-to-speech option, you can listen and learn while driving or relaxing. The author has written other great books, as well. If you want to improve your writing and expand your vocabulary, I recommend reading or listening to this book.
Robert Agostinho –
A Great Dictionary
A great dictionary. There are a lot of dictionaries that will give you the definition of words. THis one is more for the unusual words that you might hear during the day or read in a new book. I foiund it to be a ggreat source of information that is sometimes hard to find
Mr Phil –
For avid writers and readers alike
Looking for the word to compliment and express your thought, this is your book. For avid writers and readers of subjects that require a life jacket when reading because the material is so deep, having this by your side rather than reenacting the Scooby Doo “Huh” is a must.
P. Yeager –
Interesting
The words selected for this Dictionary were unusual but useful in selected conversations. And now that I’ve finished this review, I’m going to absquatulate. That’s a new word for me!!
Portia de Moncur –
Fun if words are your thing…
My whole family had a blast with this book. Discovered some new words and rediscovered others.
M. Frattarola –
Cool book
Especially great for weird knowledge or studying for writing tests.
J. Boyd –
The words are fun to know
The introduction is very amusing. The words are fun to know. Highly recommend this book to lovers of nuance and English. Perspicacity vs. perspicuity.
Jillian –
Buy again
Gift They really liked
Holusbolus –
Lots of good words I didn’t no before should have went to school longer so I’d have less problems comunicating – I recomend it.
Amazon Customer –
All satisfactory