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. Version 5.51 includes updated databases.
What's new in this version: Version 5.51 includes updated databases.
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All versions:
4.6 starsout of 1,241 votes
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Current version:
4.4 starsout of 52 votes
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"Very good, very convienient"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
Good concise dictionary. Embeds into and works very well with MSWord, which I use a lot.
Cons
Thesaurus leaves a bit to be desired. Wish it could do phrases.
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"FULL OF FUN AND KNOWLEDGE"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
IT IS THE BEST OF ITS KIND
Cons
I FIND DIFFICULTY IN SEARCHING FOR PHRASAL VERBS.
Summary
IT IS VERY HELPFUL AND TIME-SAVING FOR LEARNERS OF ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE.
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"It is just awesome dictionary i have ever had online"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
everything it can provide
Cons
nothing i can think of
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"great tool"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
Simple, good short cuts, no adware, works
Cons
Nothing. It is free..................
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"great product"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
simple, and working!
Cons
lacks spelling and grammar (i currently use whitesmoke for that - http://www.whitesmoke.com
Summary
only if they had a good spelling and grammar
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"EASY AND FAST TO USE... AWESOME"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
Satisfied wid wat a small program can do..
spyware/adware free..Cons
nothing to complain
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"good poduct but it should combine a translator."
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
there is a pronunciation of words and synonyms and antonyms.
Cons
It is impossible to make a translation whith the product in french
or in an other languageSummary
this product help me to write correctly words in english as it is not my usual spoken language. And I use it to make my pronunciation clearer.
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"OUTSTANDING"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
EASY AND FAST TO USE
Cons
THERE IS NOTHING ABOUT IT I DONT LIKE
Summary
IT'S OUTSTANDING
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"Very Cool resource"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
its a very nice program,
intergrates many aspects of the web inorder to find the wordsCons
nothing to complain about here
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"It works, it's easy to use!"
Version: WordWeb 5.51
Pros
It works, it's easy to use! If you are looking for another word to express your thoughts this will help.
Cons
Can not think of any.
Summary
I've been using this for years. My new computers always get Wordweb, Irfanview, EditPad Lite. VLC Player, Firefox, WinAmp, and Moffsoft FreeCalc on their first day.
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