{"product_id":"vocabulary-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Vocabulary for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLaurie E. Rozakis\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHave an interest in words? From the meaning of prefixes and suffixes to word origins and trivia, this book can help you build your vocabulary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSomeone just called you captious. Should you be flattered? Considering your extreme lactose intolerance, is it a good idea to order veau au béchamel from a French menu? Calumny is to slander as obloquy is to a) flattery, b) sermon, or c) invective? You've just heard that your new boss is a real martinet. Should you be worried or excited about this new addition to your workplace? Your partner says you have no élan; does that mean you're all out of yogurt? Starting to wish you'd paid more attention in English class? Don't worry, it's never too late to develop a million-dollar vocabulary--and \u003ci\u003eVocabulary For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e offers you a fast, fun, and easy way to do it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're preparing for standardized tests, or you want to feel more knowledgeable at work or more comfortable in social situations, this book is for you. In no time you'll: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDramatically expand your vocabulary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpeak with style\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWrite with panache\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake a better impression at work or school\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDine out with confidence\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHave the right words for formal occasions and ethnic events\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet more out of what you read\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVocabulary For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003edoesn't overwhelm you with endless word lists. Instead, it gives you a complete vocabulary-building program that familiarizes you with words from all areas of life as they're used in context--from bar mitzvahs to business meetings, PCs to politics--with a host of fun features, including: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWord tables organized by common features, such as language of origin, professional or social contexts, similarities, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSample conversations that incorporate new terms and define related ones\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBefore-and-After examples that show how to replace old, general terms with new, specific vocabulary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePointers that reinforce understanding with examples of correct and incorrect usage\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChapters on terms from finance, law, medicine, eating and shopping, history and mythology, various languages, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVocabulary For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e makes it easier than ever for you to learn difficult words that impress your friends and coworkers. Grab your own copy and get ahead at school, at work, and in life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGet a handle on difficult words and get ahead at school, at work, in life \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffective communication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWord Selection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelivery and tone\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTailor for audience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e Packed with sample conversations and usage examples \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTalk (and write) your way to success with better vocabulary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Don't be intimidated by unfamiliar words ? make them your own! Filled with over 7,500 great vocabulary words along with fun facts and lots of everyday examples and tips, \u003ci\u003eVocabulary For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e shows you word by word how to write with panache (flair), speak with \u0026amp;eacutelan (style), and get ahead, whether you're in school or out in the work world.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTHE DUMMIES WAY\u003csup\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Explanations in plain English\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet in, get out information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIcons and other navigational aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTear-out cheat sheet\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dash of humor and fun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cb\u003eGet Smart! www.dummies.com\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind Listings of all our books\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreate your own personalized book with Hungry Minds a la Carte\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSign up for daily eTips at www.dummiesdaily.com\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGet a handle on difficult words and get ahead at school, at work, in life \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffective communication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWord Selection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelivery and tone\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTailor for audience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e Packed with sample conversations and usage examples \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTalk (and write) your way to success with better vocabulary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Don't be intimidated by unfamiliar words ? make them your own! Filled with over 7,500 great vocabulary words along with fun facts and lots of everyday examples and tips, \u003ci\u003eVocabulary For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e shows you word by word how to write with panache (flair), speak with \u0026amp;eacutelan (style), and get ahead, whether you're in school or out in the work world.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTHE DUMMIES WAY\u003csup\u003eTM\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Explanations in plain English\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\"Get in, get out\" information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIcons and other navigational aids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTear-out cheat sheet\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTop ten lists\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA dash of humor and fun\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cb\u003eGet Smart! www.dummies.com\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFind Listings of all our books\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreate your own personalized book with Hungry Minds a la Carte\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSign up for daily eTips at www.dummiesdaily.com\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaurie E. 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