Word Power: A Dictionary of Fascinating and Learned Words and Phrases for Vocabulary Enrichment [Paperback]

It would take years of reading to learn the vocabulary succinctly provided in Word Power. The dictionary contains everything from slang (cool, zulued) to scholarship (soliloquy, archaic smile), to science (azimuth), with some added hokum (Montezuma's revenge). Each entry is defined, given a pronunciation, and used in four sample sentences. Where possible, synonyms, antonyms, and etymology are provided, as well. With its painstaking selection and pithy examples, Word Power is suitable for students, professionals, and anyone interested in the storied and variegated English language.John Flemingis the author ofThe War of All Against All: An Analysis of Conflict in Society. His academic interests include linguistics, sociology, and English and American literature.Word Poweris a must for anyone who wants to paint a picture with the English language and wants all the colors available. Midwest Book Review

Part 1 Preface
Chapter 2 Word Power, A-Z
Part 3 Appendix A: Select Proverbs and Quotations
Part 4 Appendix B: Latin Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes
Part 5 Appendix C: Greek Roots, Prefixes, and Suffixes
Part 6 Appendix D: Words Pertaining to Class
Part 7 Bibliography
Part 8 About the Author