CNET Editors' review
WordWeb is a handy utility that gives you the definition, synonyms, and antonyms of any given word without requiring you to go online, though it can connect to the Internet for expanded functionality should you want it.
The interface feels like an expanded version of any major word processing app's dictionary function, giving users an instant familiarity--even if they've never used WordWeb. After you type a term into the Lookup dialog box, the word's definition will appear in the interface's top pane, along with tabs that link to various wiki functions.
The bottom pane offers tabs for such items as synonyms, antonyms, and related words. The app's most notable feature is its hot key support; you simply use a hot key combo when the cursor is pointed over any word, and WordWeb will pop up onscreen with all pertinent information.
There are tools for changing the database to one of several English variations, altering the text size, and disabling WordWeb from recognizing offensive terms. The depth and functionality of WordWeb would be worth paying for, but thankfully you don't have to redefine your budget to get it--it's free.
Publisher's Description
From WordWeb Software:
This thesaurus/dictionary can be used to look up words from almost any program. In addition to displaying sense definitions and synonyms, WordWeb can find sets of related words. The database has more than 150,000 root words and 120,000 synonym sets, many proper nouns, pronunciations, and usage tags. WordWeb works off line, but when online you can also quickly view Web references such as the Wikipedia encyclopedia.
What's new in this version: Version 6.72 fix for error messages using dictionary tabs with some Internet Explorer versions.
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All versions:
4.6 starsout of 1,241 votes
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Current version:
4.4 starsout of 19 votes
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"Good App, Irritating Conditions"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
Pros
Wordweb is not the Concise Oxford Dictionary, but is certainly a handy, lightweight app for the common definition checks that most of us want such a tool for.
Cons
Unfortunately, I agree with Tom.Piper below about their silly global warming politics. I understand that it's their product, and this is a free country, but refusing to download you the free edition if you admit to taking more than one long haul flight last year is not going to make them any new friends among busy people - It will probably just just increase the traffic over at Pirate Bay.
Summary
A good tool, but if they want to lecture people with their climate politics, why not stick to YouTube like everyone else?
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"Excellent program!"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
Pros
I use it regularly and it always provides a good selection of definitions.
Cons
None I can think of.
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"Not good as expected"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
Pros
Nothing can be called "good" or "fine"
Cons
After I'd read CNET review, I thought that I got sth greater than that.
Summary
Poor performance.
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"great software"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
Pros
i am able to find the meaning+ synonyms for many words
Cons
however some important words' information is missing and then it
has to take the help of any web browser worst part is that it takes from IE8!!!!!!!!!Summary
Pretty good but can be improved i cant wait for the improved new version!
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"It never let me to search for a better one!"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
Pros
Hot keys (with options to customise it), best word suggestion methods (like nearby, similar), Pronunciation (audio), less memory space, supports most OS (including versions for mac) and more.
Cons
nothing really
Summary
Using this for more than 5 years, Wordweb is one of best tool I always trust. Once installed you have the power of words in your finger tips. I always take care that I don't lose the setup file as I have suggested to most of my friends across various fields and would continue to do so.
I love this handy tool in my laptop. It is very helpful whenever you are reading something on computer.
If you are looking are a best dictionary software, I suggest Wordweb confidently. However to be honest, I have not tried any other dictionary tool yet since I did not had any need for that.
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"Good UI, but silly conditions & weak thesaurus"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
Pros
Local dictionary means it comes up fast. Short cut C+A+W is handy and the Firefox add on makes it easy to use from the web.
Cons
The usage conditions are plain weird: you agree to global warming alarmism. Really! A couple of times, it made a pop up to scold me about how long my computer had been running.
Definitions are weak and short. If you didn't know what "monolithic" meant, you'd never get it from them -- contrast with good definition at http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/monolithic
Also, the thesaurus is weak. It often shows a third or a quarter of what's shown in a good, on-line thesaurus.Summary
The UI and speed earns it a "good" rating. But the content is barely adequate. Be sure to double check with an on-line tool, if the results matter to you. WW is free and worth every penny of that.
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"Quick, easy way to find definitions/correct spelling."
Version: WordWeb 6.72
Pros
Simple to use and it's free.
Cons
None found so far.
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"Works as advertised"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
Pros
Works as advertised
Cons
Wish it would check spelling of internet entries.
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"It works-what do people want?"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
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"very straightforward"
Version: WordWeb 6.72
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