Dictionary.com: Find Definitions for English Words

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English Words & Vocabulary: Search Dictionary Definitions & Thesaurus Synonyms

Rating: 4.1; 968K ratings
Downloads: 48.5M+; on Google Play
Price: Free; No in-app purchases
Updated: Sep 28; 2026 · v12.1.3

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About Dictionary.com: Find Definitions for English Words

Dictionary.com is the leading free English dictionary app for Android. So, what does that mean? We’ll define it for you!

We’ve got more than 1.5 million definitions and synonyms to help improve your vocabulary, study for the SAT or prep for the ACT, or boost your Words with Friends skills. Install our offline dictionary so you can access words—wherever, whenever.

Get trusted reference content from Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com designed for English learners:

1. Get help spelling and learning new words: Use voice-search to find dictionary definitions without typing a single word.

2. Discover synonyms and antonyms in the thesaurus: Enhance your ACT or SAT prep.

3. Say new words correctly with in-app pronunciations.

Find definitions, learn spelling, study grammar, and practice pronunciation—all within one app. Explore a host of education features designed to help you pick up new vocabulary, including Word of the Day, language trends, and more.

Want more words? Enhance your Dictionary.com app with our in-app purchases:
 
Example Sentences
Grammar and Tips
 Idioms and Phrases
Rhyming Dictionary
Encyclopedia
 Medical Dictionary
Science Dictionary
Ad-free Experience

*Unlock all in-app purchases for one, low price by upgrading to the Dictionary.com Premium app!*

What’s new

Version 12.1.3 · Updated September 28, 2026

This release includes bug fixes and performance improvements.

User reviews

Jonathan Kroll

The Dictionary gives good definitions and the etymology of the word and the pronunciation feature, so you can listen as many times as it takes to get it correct. I give this one 5 stars and recommend highly!

Lebogang Baloyi

Most empowering

J Wells

Yes great app

Julie Hardman

Easy to use ,no adverts, only one gripe,on my tablet the audible pronunciation does not work (could be my tablet at fault.allthough it did at first)

Russell Siwale

Nice 1.....keep it up

A Google user

I use this APP and no other. It's the absolute BEST!

Frequently asked questions

What does Dictionary.com offer?

Dictionary.com offers definitions and synonyms for English words, as well as spelling help, new word learning, grammar study, and pronunciation practice. It also provides additional features such as example sentences, grammar and tips, idioms and phrases, a rhyming dictionary, and various specialized dictionaries.

How many definitions and synonyms does Dictionary.com have?

Dictionary.com has more than 1.5 million definitions and synonyms.

Can I use voice-search to find dictionary definitions with Dictionary.com?

Yes, you can use voice-search to find dictionary definitions without typing a single word.

Can I find synonyms and antonyms in Dictionary.com?

Yes, you can discover synonyms and antonyms in the thesaurus section of Dictionary.com.

Does Dictionary.com provide in-app pronunciations?

Yes, with Dictionary.com, you can learn how to say new words correctly with in-app pronunciations.

What additional features does Dictionary.com offer?

Dictionary.com provides additional features such as Word of the Day, language trends, and the option to enhance the app with in-app purchases like example sentences, grammar and tips, idioms and phrases, a rhyming dictionary, encyclopedia, medical dictionary, science dictionary, and an ad-free experience.

How can I access words with Dictionary.com?

You can access words with Dictionary.com by installing their offline dictionary, allowing you to access words wherever and whenever you need them.

Is there a premium version of the Dictionary.com app?

Yes, by upgrading to the Dictionary.com Premium app, you can unlock all in-app purchases for one low price.

App details

Dictionary.com: Find Definitions for English Words is a free Books & Reference app for Android with 10,000,000+ installs on Google Play and a 4.1/5 average rating from 968,661 ratings. It was released on February 12, 2010 and last updated on September 28, 2026. It's developed by Dictionary.com, LLC. It requires Android 8.0 or later. The app contains ads.

Category: Books & Reference
Rating: 4.1 / 5 (968,661)
Installs: 48,566,440
In-app purchases: No
Ads: Contains ads
Version: 12.1.3
Requires Android: 8.0
Content rating: Everyone
Released: February 12, 2010
Last updated: September 28, 2026
Developer: Dictionary.com, LLC

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