What Is an Electronic Thesaurus?
An electronic thesaurus is a small computer device programmed to act as a thesaurus or a thesaurus/dictionary. More updated options are available for the modern consumer.
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Thesaurus
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A thesaurus is a book of synonyms. Synonyms are words that have the same or similar meanings. Thesauruses also contain antonyms or words with opposite meanings.
Features
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An electronic thesaurus is easy to use. Some models may also include a dictionary, study materials and language-learning games such as Merriam-Webster products by Franklin Electronic Publishers.
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Considerations
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Even though synonyms may have similar meanings, not all of them mean exactly the same thing. For instance, "hateful" is a synonym to "catty," yet the words have different connotations or implied meanings. "Catty" is usually used to mean hatefulness that is also petty and, usually, associated with women.
Similar Devices
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An electronic thesaurus is good for travelers and students because it can be carried anywhere. If you already have a wireless device with a Web browser and Internet access such as an iPod, a free online thesaurus can serve the same purpose and eliminate an extra purchase.
Common Uses
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Electronic thesauruses are usually popular choices in the United State among foreign exchange students and language students.
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