| 1001 Words You Need to Know and Use: An A-Z of Effective Vocabulary Contributor(s): Manser, Martin (Author) |
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ISBN: 0198717709 ISBN-13: 9780198717706 Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA OUR PRICE: $15.19 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Reference | Word Lists - Reference | Dictionaries - Language Arts & Disciplines | Alphabets & Writing Systems |
| Dewey: 428.1 |
| LCCN: 2010278433 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 5.8" W x 7.9" (0.40 lbs) 176 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An A-Z of Effective Vocabulary covers the meaning and usage of 1001 words that you really do need to know. Whether you need guidance for a letter, job application, essay, proposal, interview, or presentation, this book can help you choose the words you need to create the right effect. Each word is defined according to Oxford Languages' latest research and includes sample sentences of real usage drawn from the Oxford English Corpus (the world's largest language databank). The book also gives examples of pitfalls to avoid, hints on similar words, and advice on how to express yourself persuasively. Learn words that will help you describe an event, discuss a topic, speak in an interview, evaluate a point of view and write clearly when using this book, which contains essential information for anyone hoping to achieve greater success in any written or spoken task. |