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Dictionary.com: English Words App - Comprehensive Review

by Curiosity Media

4.8
IOSReference
Dictionary.com's iOS app delivers robust word definitions and synonyms with offline access. The application serves English learners and native speakers seeking quick vocabulary reference with dark mode support.

Detailed Review

Dictionary.com: English Words represents a mobile-optimized version of the popular online dictionary service, offering immediate access to over 2 million definitions and synonyms without requiring internet connectivity. Developed by Curiosity Media, the application positions itself as a comprehensive vocabulary tool for iOS users seeking authoritative word references in both educational and professional contexts. The application's core functionality centers around its extensive lexical database, which includes pronunciation guides, word origins, and example sentences. The integrated thesaurus provides nuanced synonym suggestions with contextual usage notes, while the audio pronunciation feature assists with proper enunciation. Dark mode implementation reduces eye strain during extended reading sessions, and the recent search history allows users to quickly revisit previous queries without retyping. User interface design employs a clean, minimalist approach with intuitive navigation through search fields and alphabetical browsing. Real-world usage patterns indicate the app functions effectively as a quick reference tool during reading sessions, writing projects, or language learning activities. The absence of a persistent back button navigation system, however, creates workflow interruptions when users attempt to return to previous word entries, instead redirecting to the home screen. User feedback highlights both satisfaction with content quality and frustration with implementation details. Multiple reviewers including Sunnysetgo (August 13, 2025) report audio advertisements playing despite device mute settings, creating disruptive experiences in quiet environments. D_S 13 (July 10, 2025) notes the interface lacks navigation history features, while MeliaM83 (July 5, 2025) praises the thesaurus functionality but laments the removal of word-saving capabilities that previously enabled self-testing. The application delivers exceptional lexical content with reliable offline functionality, though advertising implementation and navigation limitations present significant usability concerns. The absence of user accounts prevents synchronization across devices and permanent word list preservation. Ideal for quick word reference needs, though serious vocabulary builders may find the missing word-saving features limiting for long-term learning progression.

Key Features

  • Offline dictionary access provides 2+ million definitions without internet connection, ensuring reliability in various environments
  • Integrated thesaurus with contextual synonym suggestions enhances writing quality and vocabulary expansion
  • Dark mode interface reduces eye strain during extended reading sessions in low-light conditions
  • Audio pronunciation guides assist with proper enunciation and language learning accuracy
  • Search history tracking enables quick reference to recently viewed words without retyping queries
  • Example sentence database demonstrates proper word usage in contextual real-world applications

Why Users Love It

Comprehensive offline dictionary
Clean interface design

Perfect for: English language learners and writers needing quick word reference

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Current Rank

#48

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#46

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Average Rank

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User Reviews

Floobus Johnson
Sep 12, 2025

An amazing multi-purpose dictionary and thesaurus, there are examples too. The latest update made many improvements. The best An amazing multi-purpose dictionary and thesaurus, there are examples too. The latest update made many improvements.

MeliaM83
Jul 6, 2025

so I LOVED the Dictionary app! always there. I actually love the thesaurus more I would even save the words to go back and test myself on them later they didn't have the feature anymore. I can't save words there's no sign in. It would even allow me to choose ways to test myself whether it was multiple-choice spelling, or random order of quizzes. It doesn't allow that anymore or at least I don't see where to🤷🏽‍♀️ the words that come across in my every day whether it's TV or in conversation, I immediately go to my Dictionary and immediately would want to save my new word and possibly use it in the future it doesn't do that anymore. I don't know why I had a nap, but I could've sworn it was this one. other than that, it's all good. Newer look Fewer Faves so I LOVED the Dictionary app! always there. I actually love the thesaurus more I would even save the words to go back and test myself on them later they didn't have the feature anymore. I can't save words there's no sign in. It would even allow me to choose ways to test myself whether it was multiple-choice spelling, or random order of quizzes. It doesn't allow that anymore or at least I don't see where to🤷🏽‍♀️ the words that come across in my every day whether it's TV or in conversation, I immediately go to my Dictionary and immediately would want to save my new word and possibly use it in the future it doesn't do that anymore. I don't know why I had a nap, but I could've sworn it was this one. other than that, it's all good.

Sunnysetgo
Aug 13, 2025

My phone is on mute but when I open the app I can hear the ads playing. Very disruptive and unusable in most settings. Please fix Ads volume My phone is on mute but when I open the app I can hear the ads playing. Very disruptive and unusable in most settings. Please fix

D_S 13
Jul 11, 2025

Hoping I’m mistaken but is there tha ability to view the previous word we were viewing. There’s no button and I swipe back and brings me back to the Home page. But great recent updates though! And make sign in for profiles for search history, favorite words, etc…. Back button? Sign in? Hoping I’m mistaken but is there tha ability to view the previous word we were viewing. There’s no button and I swipe back and brings me back to the Home page. But great recent updates though!And make sign in for profiles for search history, favorite words, etc….

Scarey movie lover
Jul 7, 2025

I don’t see away to remove ads. Someone else complained about saved words being gone but I’m used to that being done to me and didn’t even check! Lol but they’re mainly on the old version on android phone and I’m wondering if there’s the new version for it? I like the new interface! I don’t see away to remove ads. Someone else complained about saved words being gone but I’m used to that being done to me and didn’t even check! Lol but they’re mainly on the old version on android phone and I’m wondering if there’s the new version for it?

App Details

Developer

Curiosity Media

Platform

ios

Rating

4.8

Last Updated

10/8/2025