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''Genre: Reference / Language / Education
Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)

Book Review:
The Diamond Dictionary serves a specific purpose: it is a practical reference tool, likely created to support the publisher's own ''''Letter Drafting Course.'''' Its main appeal lies in its focus on ''''prevalent words'''' used in professional and academic contexts like commerce, science, and administration. The inclusion of root words and synonyms is a helpful feature for vocabulary building. However, as a standalone dictionary, it may not compete with comprehensive, standard dictionaries from major publishers like Oxford or Collins in terms of word count, etymological depth, or current usage examples. Its strength is its utility for the intended audience—students of secretarial studies or business communication who need a concise, field-specific word list. It's more of a targeted vocabulary guide than a universal language reference.''