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Putnam's Word Book / A Practical Aid in Expressing Ideas Through the Use of an Exact and Varied Vocabulary
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- Gutenberg ID
- 13188
- Title
- Putnam's Word Book / A Practical Aid in Expressing Ideas Through the Use of an Exact and Varied Vocabulary
- Language
- en
- Book source
- Project Gutenberg
- Description max 80 words
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Louis A. Flemming's *Putnam's Word Book* serves as a practical reference for expressing ideas with precision. Rather than dictating usage, it offers extensive collections of synonyms, antonyms, and associated terms to help writers and students find exact shades of meaning. This comprehensive volume aids memory and enhances vocabulary for both general and technical fields.
- Summary up to 500 words
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Louis A. Flemming's *Putnam's Word Book*, published in 1913, serves as a practical reference tool designed to assist writers and students in expressing ideas with exactness and variety. Flemming explicitly states that the volume does not aim to influence language usage or define terms, but rather provides a convenient collection of words for reference and study. The text is organized alphabetically, presenting a word followed by its synonyms, antonyms, and related associations. For instance, under the entry for 'abandon,' the book lists verbs like 'desert' and 'forsake,' alongside antonyms such as 'retain.' Similarly, entries for 'mind' include a vast array of associated fields like psychology and psychiatry. The book includes technical terms and specialized vocabulary, making it useful for workers in specific fields. Flemming notes that many words classified as synonyms cannot be used interchangeably due to subtle differences in meaning. The volume also features a list of abbreviations for parts of speech and fields of study, such as 'Amer. Ind.' for American Indian or 'Bot.' for Botany. The preface highlights the book's comprehensiveness, modernity, and practical usefulness, inviting readers to suggest corrections or additions. Ultimately, the work functions as a memory aid and a resource for learning words through their associations, enabling users to recall forgotten terms or find precise expressions for their thoughts.
- LLM editorial rating
- 4.2/5
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- Louis A. Flemming
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- English Language
- Synonyms and Antonyms