ProductDescription

The ideal book for people who want toincrease their word power. Thorough coverage of 1,200 words and 240 roots whileintroducing 2,300 words. The Vocabulary Builder is organized by Greek and Latinroots for effective study with nearly 250 new words and roots. Includes quizzesafter each root discussion to test progress. A great study aid for studentspreparing to take standardized tests.

About the Author

Since 1937. Merriam-Webster is America'sforemost publisher of language-related reference works. The company publishes adiverse array of print and electronic products, including Merriam-Webster'sCollegiate® Dictionary, Eleventh Edition – America's best-selling deskdictionary – and Webster's Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged.Merriam-Webster can be considered the direct lexicographical heir of NoahWebster. In 1843, the company bought the rights to the 1841 edition ofWebster's magnum opus, An American Dictionary of the English Language, Correctedand Enlarged. At the same time, they secured the rights to create revisededitions of the work. Since that time, Merriam-Webster editors have carriedforward Noah Webster's work, creating some of the most widely used andrespected dictionaries and reference books in the world.