Ideal for writers in middle school and high school, this popular thesaurus contains 6,000 main entries and more than 70,000 synonyms—more than any other thesaurus at this level. Each entry includes a clear sample sentence for each of the word's different senses, along with a list of synonyms arranged according to how closely they match that sense of the word. Extra features in this updated edition include a table explaining the parts of speech and a useful list of tips on how to use the thesaurus most effectively. Made in the USA.