69 of 73 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
Disappointing, Oct 28 2008
By invader - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Merriam Webster Illustrated Official Scrabble Dictionary (Hardcover)
One would think that an illustrated Scrabble dictionary would illustrate the obscure words that we struggle to learn. How about a picture of a hoatzin, or an obol? But rather this dictionary has pictures of everyday things that everyone knows. I will say that it is beautifully set. Much nicer looking than the non-illustrated version,
but as a reference it is no better than the other and probably it isn't worth the extra money. The only improvement is that it contains more lists at the end including 3- and 4-letter words, 4-vowel sixes and 5-vowel sevens and eights. Of course, you can get those lists in plenty of places.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
Too much window dressing..., May 7 2009
By Kemo Sabe "Kemo Sabe" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Merriam Webster Illustrated Official Scrabble Dictionary (Hardcover)
We got this book for "the latest and greatest official words." It has those, but there are not that many new ones, as it turns out. Mostly what it has are distracting photos and articles. A better book would have had index marks indented for quick alphabetical look-ups, larger print, and, an uncluttered layout for getting on with the game without delay or eyestrain.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Official Scrabble Dictionary is a Gem!, Jan 7 2009
By Kathy Van Zant - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Merriam Webster Illustrated Official Scrabble Dictionary (Hardcover)
I purchased this dictionary to accompany my silver anniversary edition Scrabble game also recently purchased. I am so impressed with the friendly format, colorful illustrations, and glossary included in this quality hardbound book. My adult daughters, son in law, and myself have renewed our love for the Scrabble game over the holidays. This Scrabble dictionary has been a Godsend to our game!