Completely updated and redesigned, the new Eleventh Edition of the Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary sets a new standard in electronic dictionaries with dynamic new content, a striking new look, and a fresh platform for easy viewing and accessibility. Designed to help you communicate effectively, it combines high-quality language reference with state-of-the-art search technology, providing instant access to over 200,000 words and 500,000 synonyms. Easy to Understand Definitions Immediate access to clear and concise definitions for over 200,000 words, which includes inflected words. Usage paragraphs provide guidelines for words with confused or disputed usage. Accurate PronunciationHeadwords and definitions spoken with ClariSpeech technology. Authoritative SpellingDiscover the correct spelling for a word based on phonetically-entered words and quick search and retrieval technology. Advanced Thesaurus and Grammar GuideExpand your vocabulary. Use alternate word choices with a complete thesaurus containing 500,000 synonym returns (including Classmates). Synonym paragraphs explain different shades of meaning between words. Have the Confusables feature, the comprehensive Grammar Guide (with Grammar quizzes), and over 20 tables of useful information, at your fingertips. Interactive Learning with Word GamesBuild your vocabulary while playing Letris, Word Dozer and other interactive games. More Than a DictionaryThis reference tool has a built-in ROLODEX Databank and is expandable with a PC connectivity kit (sold separately) that allows for downloads of other reference and eBook titles as well as eNews from around the world. Use your book card slot to access a library of additional titles. Important features in summary:
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