TY - BOOK AU - Bonet, Diana TI - Vocabulary improvement : words made easy PY - 1992/// CY - Menlo ParkUS PB - Crisp Pub. N2 - Provides tools for improving basic vocabulary and word-use skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Traces the development of the English Language and provides several examples of loanwords from other languages to the English vocabulary. Lists 5 techniques for learning new words, and explains how to use the dictionary and thesaurus. Shows how knowing the meanings of prefixes, suffixes and non-English roots helps in deciphering the meaning of words. Distinguishes between idioms, jargon and slang and shows how they enrich (and confuse/complicate) the language. Includes practice exercises and word games ER -