English Synonyms and Antonyms: With Notes on the Correct Use of PrepositionsJames Champlin Fernald's 'English Synonyms and Antonyms' is a comprehensive guide to the nuanced distinctions between words in the English language. Fernald meticulously categorizes synonyms and antonyms, providing clear explanations and examples to help readers improve their vocabulary and writing skills. The book's literary style is informative and educational, making it a valuable resource for students, writers, and language enthusiasts alike. Fernald's work is a timeless reference that continues to be relevant in the study of English language and literature. Its systematic approach and detailed analysis set it apart in the realm of linguistic studies.James Champlin Fernald, a renowned educator and linguist, drew upon his expertise in language teaching to compile this authoritative collection of synonyms and antonyms. His background in education and linguistic research enabled him to create a highly organized and insightful reference book that remains a staple in language studies. Fernald's dedication to promoting a deeper understanding of the English language is evident in the meticulous research and analysis found throughout the book.I highly recommend 'English Synonyms and Antonyms' to anyone looking to expand their vocabulary, improve their writing, or delve into the nuances of the English language. Fernald's expertise and attention to detail make this book a valuable addition to any reference library, offering readers a wealth of knowledge and insights into the complexities of linguistic expression. |
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... , n. ATTAIN. ATTITUDE. ATTRIBUTE, v. ATTRIBUTE, n. AUGUR. AUTHENTIC. AUXILIARY. AVARICIOUS. AVENGE. AVOW. AWFUL. AWKWARD. AXIOM. BABBLE. BANISH. BANK. BANTER. BARBAROUS. BARRIER. BATTLE. BEAT. BEAUTIFUL. BECAUSE. BECOMING.
... , n. ATTAIN. ATTITUDE. ATTRIBUTE, v. ATTRIBUTE, n. AUGUR. AUTHENTIC. AUXILIARY. AVARICIOUS. AVENGE. AVOW. AWFUL. AWKWARD. AXIOM. BABBLE. BANISH. BANK. BANTER. BARBAROUS. BARRIER. BATTLE. BEAT. BEAUTIFUL. BECAUSE. BECOMING.
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... BEAUTIFUL. BECAUSE. BECOMING. BEGINNING. BEHAVIOR. BEND. BENEVOLENCE. BIND. BITTER. BLEACH, v. BLEMISH. BLOW. BLUFF. BODY. BOTH. BOUNDARY. BRAVE. BREAK. BRUTISH. BURN. BUSINESS. BUT. BY. CABAL. CALCULATE. CALL, v. CALM. CANCEL. CANDID ...
... BEAUTIFUL. BECAUSE. BECOMING. BEGINNING. BEHAVIOR. BEND. BENEVOLENCE. BIND. BITTER. BLEACH, v. BLEMISH. BLOW. BLUFF. BODY. BOTH. BOUNDARY. BRAVE. BREAK. BRUTISH. BURN. BUSINESS. BUT. BY. CABAL. CALCULATE. CALL, v. CALM. CANCEL. CANDID ...
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... BEAUTIFUL ( page 76 ) . BECOMING ( page 77 ) . BEGINNING ( page 78 ) . BEHAVIOR ( page 79 ) . BENEVOLENCE ( ) . BIND ( page 81 ) . BITTER ( page 81 ) . BLEACH ( page 82 ) . BLEMISH ( page 82 ) . BLUFF ( page 83 ) . BOUNDARY ( page 84 ) ...
... BEAUTIFUL ( page 76 ) . BECOMING ( page 77 ) . BEGINNING ( page 78 ) . BEHAVIOR ( page 79 ) . BENEVOLENCE ( ) . BIND ( page 81 ) . BITTER ( page 81 ) . BLEACH ( page 82 ) . BLEMISH ( page 82 ) . BLUFF ( page 83 ) . BOUNDARY ( page 84 ) ...
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... beautiful, exact, and expressive words that make up our noble language, is by that very fact put beyond the reach of all temptation to linguistic corruption.[ix] Special instruction in the use of synonyms is necessary, for the reason ...
... beautiful, exact, and expressive words that make up our noble language, is by that very fact put beyond the reach of all temptation to linguistic corruption.[ix] Special instruction in the use of synonyms is necessary, for the reason ...
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... beautiful, twenty-one for beginning, fifteen for benevolence, twenty for friendly, and thirty- seven for pure. The mere mention of such numbers opens vistas of possible fulness, freedom, and variety of utterance, which will have for ...
... beautiful, twenty-one for beginning, fifteen for benevolence, twenty for friendly, and thirty- seven for pure. The mere mention of such numbers opens vistas of possible fulness, freedom, and variety of utterance, which will have for ...
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absolute abstract action allegory anger animal Antonyms applied artifice association attain authority bad sense battle beautiful blemish called cause character chiefly comminuted common commonly Compare synonyms Contents QUESTIONS Contents Synonyms deliberative assembly delight denotes derived dexterity differ distinctive effect endeavor enduring enemy especially esteem evil EXAMPLES expression faith fancy favorable feeling foreordination formal friendship give happy hatred hinder honor human idea imply impudence injury innocent inquisitive intent involve justice keep kind knowledge language less limited marriage matter meaning mental mercy mind misfortune moral motion nature niggardly obiter dictum object obstinate obstruct offense one's ordinarily original pain pardon periphrasis person or thing pietism pity pleonasm practise predestination Prepositions prudence purpose qualities rarely reason reference regard result Saxon signify speak speech statement stoicism substance suggestion Table of Contents term thought truth unfavorable sense usage usually utterance Victor Hirtzler word