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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 6.0 includes 5000 audio pronunciations, thousands of new entries, and usage examples, links to derived word forms, and many program enhancements.
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All versions:
4.6 starsout of 1,289 votes
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Current version:
4.6 starsout of 65 votes
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"Open format incompatible"
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
Free
Pretty
Easy to useCons
not compatible with open document format
Summary
Free and pretty easy to use but useless
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"Always good"
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
It's free, it's small, it's fast, and it has most words I needed!!
Cons
Why not have a macintosh version?
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"Excellent."
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
Its ease of use, excellent database, and reliability.
Cons
It doesn't list a 10 character word for"nothing".
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"Good Dictionary for Computer Users"
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
Provides enough information about the word and it can even pronounce a word.
Cons
I have been using for 2 years now and haven't found any.
Summary
A useful resource for everyone who uses computer esp. students and children. Its a light version and therefore won't give any trouble to your system at home or office.
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"excellent unmatched"
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
superb,mindblowing
Cons
none i suppose
Summary
very user friendly with speech helpful in pronunciation
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"I love it, I use it often, it is a wonderful tool.."
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
I keep it on my desk top at all times, we use it a lot for word games.
Cons
I find NOTHING wrong with WordWeb...it is a big Plus to have.
Summary
It is handy and can be easily understood. It is so much easier than getting out the dictionary and thumbing through the pages. Thanks so much for WordWeb.....
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"I love it..."
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
Drop down menu in search bar makes it very easy to find and type words in the latest version.....
Cons
i think pronunciations need to be revised...
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"Limited Number of Uses then Payment required"
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
Probably worth it, but lack of disclosure makes me unwilling to try
Cons
Very limited number of uses before subscription required.
Summary
Dislike representation as free. Would be willing to buy if publisher had not misrepresented cost of product and seemed more trustworthy
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"Easy! Time Saver! An Awesome Resource for Writing"
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
It's always there. I can highlight a word, get definitions, synonyms, specialized dictionaries (medical, for example). Any word that's on my screen -- whether I'm reading it or writing it -- is a cinch to "look up." I've been a big fan for years!
Cons
There's nothing to dislike. It's awesome!
Summary
After using Word Web for awhile, I dumped the dictionary/thesaurus software on my PC. Word Web is faster, easier, less cumbersome than trying to use those programs, and it opens many more resources (20 or more dictionaries!) so I can check and compare definitions, correct usage, subtle nuances in meanings, as well as idioms, slang terms, and foreign expressions. It also opens a translator to translate a word from English to Japanese, for example. It just keeps getting better and better with every version...and it's still free! Thank you, Word Web!
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"very useful tool"
Version: WordWeb 6.0
Pros
easy to use
Cons
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