A new edition of the essential thesaurus for students grades 5-8, ages 10-14. Written especially for middle schoolers, this thesaurus is a perfect resource for any kid who loves to read and write. With over 150, 000 word choices, Merriam-Webster's Intermediate Thesaurus is a great tool for building vocabulary, fostering communication skills, and helping with homework. 19, 000 main entries with statements describing the meaning shared by the synonyms provided. Nearly 28, 000 synonyms, over 71, 000 related words, over 8, 000 antonyms, and over 30, 000 near antonyms provided. Many entries contain multiple senses, each with a definition and usage example. Over 32, 000 usage examples. Newly added vocabulary that pays particular attention to this age group in the areas of social media, technology, and entertainment.