Explore a local library's collection for free resources, vocabulary builders and CDs on vocabulary. Websites also are free resources for expanding English vocabulary. For example, the Vocabulary Builder features free interactive dictionary and games for all levels and interactive games that improve vocabulary. Also, 30 Second Word Podcast provides informative podcasts aimed at individuals studying for the GRE.
If you are an English speaker looking for an intense vocabulary builder, but you live a life on the go, invest in vocabulary builder audios. Vocabulary audios are available in stores and online and range in level and price. Products like the Learn Out Loud or Merriam-Webster's Vocabulary Builder series can give someone a verbal edge without the hassle of flash cards or classes.
Take advantage of a university's resources to beef up everyday vocabulary, and enroll in an class at a local or online university. Building a better vocabulary takes practice and time, and online courses are a viable alternative to the traditional classroom for someone whose schedule is too pressed to go to a campus. Courses like Advanced Academic Reading and Vocabulary Building focus on vocabulary building through prefixes, roots and context clues. To see if any courses are being offered in your community and for additional information about registration and prices, look online or call local education institutions.
Peer and professional tutors specializing in vocabulary are one-on-one learning resources. Tutors can assist with academic needs while giving individualized attention and crafting a personalized pace and program. For someone looking to improve the verbal score on a standardized test, a tutor can provide not only a customized learning series but also the motivation to stay on track.