Dictionary and Thesaurus Pro
| Category | Price | Seller | Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reference | $3.99 | Farlex, Inc. | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
* No ads.
* A comprehensive English offline dictionary and offline thesaurus.
* Offline dictionaries in 13 other languages.
* Offline translations of English into more than 40 languages.
* Dozens of other offline translation options.
Rated #1 app in the App Store in the paid reference category in 93 countries 2011–2016 (Source: http://www.appannie.com/apps/ios/app/492085918/app-ranking/#device=iphone&type=best-ranks)
Plus TheFreeDictionary's classic app content:
* Find every word you search for. Get results from trusted sources:
Webster's Dictionary
Roget's Thesaurus
The American Heritage Dictionary
+ More than 100 dictionaries and encyclopedias from these top publishers:
McGraw-Hill
Houghton Mifflin
HarperCollins
Random House
Cambridge University Press
Columbia University Press
Elsevier
Mosby's
+ More!
* Learn the word. Clear definitions, example sentences, etymologies, illustrations, and more.
* Learn how to say it. Play audio pronunciations and hear it pronounced.
* Learn something new. Word of the Day and other fresh daily content.
* Find the perfect synonym fast. East-to-use Thesaurus with synonyms, antonyms, and related words.
* Explore topics in-depth. Multiple specialty dictionaries and encyclopedias:
Medical
Legal
Science
Financial
Idioms
Acronyms and Abbreviations
+ More!
* Watch idioms in action. View idioms videos inside the app and see idioms and slang explained.
* Play word games. Spelling Bee, Hangman, and more.
* Access dictionaries in 13 other languages, including:
Spanish
French
German
Italian
Portuguese
Russian
Chinese
+ More!
What makes Dictionary Pro the most user-friendly dictionary app?
* Instantly look up words in apps or webpages! Just highlight the word you want to look up, tap "Share," then tap "More" in the bottom menu and turn on the "Define" option. You will then see a "Define" icon in the menu. Tap it to see the definition of the highlighted word!
* Voice search. Just say the word to look it up.
* Advanced Search options.
* Look up the definition of any word on the page. Just highlight and tap "Definition."
* Save unlimited bookmarks.
* Customize your homepage: Move, add, or remove articles, games, even local weather.
* Jump to Definition, Thesaurus, or Translations with one button.
* Navigate the app in more than a dozen languages with the multilingual interface.
* Adjust font size.
* Share your favorite definitions and articles via social networks, email, or text.
EXCLUSIVE
* Earn meals for hungry children through The Free Dictionary's partnership with the World Food Program—just by using the app!
Not convinced?
Read our reviews to see why our users say this is the best dictionary app they've ever used.
How do we do it?
Farlex is a leader in dictionary apps. We work with the best publishers to bring together trusted content in the most comprehensive, authoritative dictionary apps on the market. Find our other apps by searching "Dictionary by Farlex" in the App Store.
* For app developers: The Free Dictionary app can be accessed by other apps with API calls (Contact Farlex for instructions).
Reviews
Great app - dislike forced review
fusionmuck
The dictionary app is great. But I dislike apps that force you to review it by interrupting your usage and force you to review it.
Constantly using
panama reddevil
I truly enjoy this app I use it all the time. There are times that I hear a word that I’ve never heard before and have no idea what it means and if I can pronounce it the same way this app will find it and explain it, great app!
Dictionary
Nikwic
This is the only dictionary that I use on my electronic devices. It has easy assessable tools. Awesome!
Fantastic reference tool which is accessible with VoiceOver
amir81s
This is one of the most awesome dictionary apps out there, and does wonders especially if you’re online and have Internet access. It is also accessible with VoiceOver, Apple’s screen reader for the visually impaired. However, I can’t figure out how to use the audio pronunciation feature with VoiceOver. Furthermore, The app has a couple of unlabeled buttons at the bottom of the application window. I also suggest that the app be updated in a way that it can use the latest revisions made to the American Heritage Dictionary of the English language. Currently the app uses a slightly older revision of AHD 5. I wholeheartedly recommend this app to anyone who has a vested interest in English.
Not Bad Words, Just Good Words!
BubbleBuddyFan
I don't like bad words either! I like good words sometimes too!
Critiques
Kerbuloy
Dictionaries can be quite bland and just plain boring and a drudgery to sift through. The FreeDictionary is a relief from the aforementioned, and also has content that veers from the typical; adding features such as the mindful articles related to the terms you search. The thesaurus is a robust way to form a refreshing vernacular. The price is steep, but it still is worth the four dollars. It blows the competitors away with its versatility. I'd love to share my thoughts with the devs.
Sagacity
Don of San Antonio
Ones’ daily opportunity to gain a bit more enlightenment. Great for life long learners.
This App Used Everyday!
Leopard68
I have recommended this app to many of my friends and acquaintances. I use several features that improve vocabulary and spelling. I also frequently use this app instead of a search engine when looking for information. The immediate access to other resources such as Medical, Legal, and Financial Dictionaries plus Wikipedia, and an Encyclopedia also prove useful for saving time while giving added depth when desired. Using the word exercises are like a friendly workout for ones cognitive functions. If you sign up (which is free) you initially earn “encouragement reward” symbols, but then you begin earning a symbol of a fork that indicates your points have been converted to funds to feed a hungry child. That is a very worthwhile and encouraging reward! If you don’t have this app, you’re missing a really useful and effective tool!
