Macmillian Dictionary and Thesaurus

Macmillan Dictionary and Thesaurus

Online dictionary and thesaurus resource providing definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and word origins, with over 350,000 words and phrases and audio pronunciation.

What is Macmillian Dictionary and Thesaurus?

The Macmillian Dictionary and Thesaurus is an invaluable online reference resource for finding definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and word origins. Developed by Macmillan Education, it contains over 350,000 words, phrases and meanings with thousands of audio pronunciations to help build vocabulary knowledge.

This dictionary and thesaurus offers extensive coverage of English words with clear, easy to understand definitions plus example sentences showing real-world usage. Definitions cover British and American English spellings and provide part of speech information. Additionally, etymologies give helpful details on a word's origins and how its meaning has changed over time.

Looking up a word also brings up a wealth of synonyms and antonyms. These are vital tools for expanding vocabulary, improving reading comprehension skills, and enhancing academic writing abilities. The thesaurus results are organized by meaning and relevance, letting users select words with just the right sense and tone.

An intuitive, accessible layout coupled with handy search filters and an A-Z lookup makes finding words quick and easy. There are also robust word games, curriculum vocabulary lists and printables for supplementary learning. Altogether, the Macmillan Dictionary and Thesaurus contains a treasure trove of lexical information to assist with reading, writing, test prep and daily language use.

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