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 118,000 synonym sets, many proper nouns, pronunciations, and usage tags.
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All versions:
4.6 starsout of 1,289 votes
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Current version:
4.5 starsout of 175 votes
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"It is quite unusual - I was expecting...more"
Version: WordWeb 5
Pros
It was easy to work with.
Cons
I can't really give a full assessment; I haven't started with anything.
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"good one"
Version: WordWeb 5
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"it is one of d best dictionary software"
Version: WordWeb 5
Pros
it does not need internet connection.u can easily get the synonymn or antonymn in just a second whereever and whenever u want.
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"Could not install the software"
Version: WordWeb 5
Pros
I've been using this software since last three years and I find it very useful...... but
Cons
After my OS crashed and having reinstalled the OS, I tried to download Wordweb 5 thrice but once the software is run to install it, the message I get in the dialogue box is that some files could not be extracted hence installation failed. It's very bugging. I have given up. Help me if u can
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"Always ready and easy to use."
Version: WordWeb 5
Pros
I have been using WordWeb for so long I'd be lost without it; it is the fastest way for me to a dictionary period.
Cons
Nothing.
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"Great"
Version: WordWeb 5
Pros
Works like it said it would.
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"This is AMAZING!"
Version: WordWeb 5
Pros
This is EVERY college students must have. I was going to use this to enhance my vocabulary, but ended up using frequently in my essays...it's incredible! LOVE it! and *FREE* TWO Thumbs up! Great product.
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"Very good"
Version: WordWeb 5
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"helpful and easy to access."
Version: WordWeb 5
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"wondreful and very useful"
Version: WordWeb 5
Pros
I like that wordwebhave more than five options for a single word or phrase. It is really very useful.
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