Language is a powerful tool. Us the new manual. Microsoft Encarta College Thesaurus.

Whether used to tweak the wording of an academic dissertation, add gravity to a letter, or polish a business presentation, the Microsoft Encarta College Thesaurus presents an innovative design that provides two options for searching more than 350,000 synonyms and antonyms.

-Dual navigation system combines two modes of access for easy searching

-Alphabetical section for quick reference:
-40,000 A-Z listings with 350,000 synonyms and antonyms
-Cross-reference to the thematic section

-Thematic section for more in-depth word searches:
-1,200 entries expose you to the rich network of word relationships
-Explore eclectic themes such as "Positive Intellectual Characteristics," "Parts of an Engine," and "Wholeness and Completeness."