thesaurus

🇬🇧 UK/θi'sɒ:rәs/🇺🇸 US

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Definitions

n.

A reference book listing words with similar meanings (synonyms) and sometimes opposites (antonyms)

同义词词典；词库

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived

thesaurroot

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ussuffix

=thesaurus

Example Sentences

1.
Writers often consult a thesaurus to find better word choices.
2.
Modern thesaurus apps provide instant access to synonyms.

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