11.6.0
2023-07-17
Updates to our Daily Crossword Puzzle game!
- Larger viewing and playing area
- Removed ads
11.5.0
2023-04-17
This release removes the trending words ticker on the home screen and brings improves some app performance. Also, users should only see the speaker icon for words and phrases that actually have pronunciation audio.
11.4.0
2023-03-13
Some bug fixes and improvements to push notifications for users in different timezones.
11.2.1
2023-01-04
Just in time for the holidays: Bug fixes and performance improvements!
1.) Access definitions and synonyms between Dictionary and Thesaurus without those pesky crashes.
11.1.3
2022-11-01
Update time! The dictionary is always bursting with lexical surprises. Have you played around with the app lately?
11.1.2
2022-09-15
WHAT’S NEW?
Improved Word List Search
You asked, we listened! We’ve enhanced the Word List search experience by adding a feature that clears the search box, and also resolved multiple search results showing up for the same word.
Updated Notification Settings
Major fix to those pesky notification issues! When you open the app, you’ll automatically enjoy the updated (fixed!) experience.
11.1.1
2022-08-24
* Users should no longer receive SOTD notifications when toggled OFF.
* Fixed multiple WOTD notifications.
- To enable, please navigate to Settings and resubscribe to notifications.
11.1.0
2022-08-05
Bug fixes and premium colors for new widget.
11.0.0
2022-07-07
WHAT’S NEW?
Enhanced Landscape Mode
We have updated the app to better support landscape mode on iPad or tablet! Use our app in portrait or landscape mode to learn in whatever orientation your heart desires.
Updated Notification Settings
You can now opt in to receive notifications for Synonym Of The Day! Are you up to the challenge of choosing, picking, or selecting the correct synonym? (See what we did there?)
New And Improved Widget
Our latest widget makes all your favorite areas of the app easier to find. Now Word Of The Day, Word Lists, Synonym Of The Day, and even the search bar are only a tap away from your home screen!
See Recent Word Lists
We’ve made it easier for you to see the latest Word Lists you’ve looked at. Simply tap “Recently Viewed” in the Word List section of your account and you’ll find up to 10 of your most recently viewed Word Lists.
10.0.6
2022-05-27
You asked we delivered!
Check out our newly added feature: Personalized Word Lists! Create an account (or log in if you already have one), and start saving words today! You’ll have access to your personalized Word Lists on your computer or phone.
Want even more? Turn your Word Lists into Flashcards and Quizzes — Perfect for anyone who wants to grow their mental glossary.
10.0.0
2022-03-29
You asked we delivered!
Check out our newly added feature: Personalized Word Lists! Create an account (or log in if you already have one), and start saving words today! You’ll have access to your personalized Word Lists on your computer or phone.
Want even more? Turn your Word Lists into Flashcards and Quizzes — Perfect for anyone who wants to grow their mental glossary
9.13.2
2022-03-05
Here’s a grammar pro-tip: update your app!
Download our latest version for grammar tips, tricks, and tools for top-notch writing.
9.11.1
2022-03-02
Update now for a fix to the Word of The Day notification! Happy Learning
9.11.0
2021-10-26
Experiencing issues with notifications? This build is for you! Update now for a fix to duplicate notifications...Stay tuned for the next update for more fixes!
9.10.3
2021-09-22
What do the best writers have in common? An updated Dictionary app!
Whether you’re writing for college or a caption for your latest selfie, our writing tips, grammar guidance, and editorial content can help.
Update your app to upgrade your writing today!
8.10.0
2021-01-14
People’s Choice Word of the Year
The people chose…update your app to see their Word Of The Year!
8.9.7
2021-01-09
May we have a word with you? It’s time to update!
We’ve swept out the bugs and dusted off the shelves so you can peruse the dictionary with ease at your leisure.
Want to test out those sweet word skills? Take us up on a challenge with our vocabulary quizzes, and see how much you’ve learned!
8.9.6
2020-12-31
We know what’s been bugging you, so we chased out all those bugs.
Now you can spend your time perfecting your score on our Word Puzzle game!
8.9.5
2020-12-21
Update. Synonym for new and improved, which is what our app is.
Put away the bug spray! We chased out those irksome bugs to make the app cleaner than ever.
Now you can find the perfect synonym you love, adore, and cherish even faster.
Not sure how to pronounce a word? Never be in doubt again with our excellent audio pronunciations.
8.9.4
2020-12-20
Attention, word fans! We have an update!
We ironed out all the bugs, no starch necessary.
Our app will take your vocabulary to the next level with a challenging quiz every week. Who knew the dictionary could be so fun?
And those grammar woes? Consider them gone with the help of our grammar tips.
8.9.2
2020-12-05
Extra, extra! The #1 dictionary app has an update for you!
We’ve scratched every itch and crushed every bug to make the app a breeze to use.
So if you’re wondering which came first, mama or mother, wonder no more! With our insightful word origins, you can learn the oldest and boldest words for the first person in your life. Mom will love that!
Plus, we offer new quizzes (like high school vocabulary) regularly that will test if you make the grade.
The best part is you can do it all with millions of words at your fingertips.
8.9.0
2020-11-29
Calling all word lovers, we have updates!
Empty the dustbin, because we’ve swept out all the bugs!
Let our spelling quizzes help you take home the trophy for your own spelling bee (the only bug we like to see around here).
Bonus: Take a scroll stroll through the Words of the Day whenever you want a little language refresher.
8.8.1
2020-11-20
Hello, we meet again. This time, with an even better update!
Glitches have you in stitches? Don’t worry, we’ve switched off all the glitches to leave you only with wordy riches.
So the next time you need a good rhyme, you can look one up in our app in no time.
In fact, finding the right definitions or synonyms from our over 2 million entries has never been so simple.
8.8.0
2020-11-19
We have widgets on widgets with this new update!
Love Dictionary.com’s Synonym of the Day? See if you can guess the correct synonym with our new Synonym of the Day widget!
Curious what words are currently topping our charts? Our Trending Words widget will be your new best friend.
Update now to access ALL THE WIDGETS … seriously, there are a lot!
8.7.0
2020-11-13
Your favorite dictionary app is about to get even better!
We’ve added the ability to toggle between the dictionary and thesaurus, so you can search for those synonyms swiftly, speedily, and expeditiously.
Love Dictionary.com’s Word of the Day? Check out our new Word of the Day widget!
Update now to start searching
8.6.4
2020-11-05
Those pesky bugs? They won’t be bugging you anymore, because we fixed them.
Now you can get back to customizing your recently searched word list, and add all your favorite words to your list of new words you’ve just learned. Neat!
And if you need help with spelling, don’t fret. We are here to aid you in your next writing project. Try a spelling quiz!
8.6.3
2020-11-02
Sparkling new updates!
Bugs? What bugs? We zapped all those suckers for you.
Need grammar help? We’ve got you! Find useful tips, word usage, and more to improve your writing.
You can also discover fun word facts right in the app. Did you know axilla is another word for armpit? Now you do. What else can you learn?
8.5
2020-10-17
We’ve heard you love our quizzes, so we’re taking wordplay to the next level. Update your app now to get the all new Word Puzzle!
Can you score a perfect 10? We want to see! Share your screenshots on Twitter with @dictionarycom, and maybe you’ll also score a retweet!
8.4.4
2020-10-08
Update. Another way to say the Dictionary is better than ever. See what’s new:
We fixed all the pesky bugs without even calling an exterminator. Excelsior!
Have you tried searching for words using our voice search option? What better way to explore than using your incredible voice.
And you can always expand your vocabulary with Word of the Day right on the app, and learn the correct pronunciation by hearing it read back to you. Whoa!
8.4.2
2020-10-01
Download the only English dictionary app you’ll ever need, and get a thesaurus, word games, and quizzes, too!
With more than 2 million trusted definitions and synonyms, the ad-free Dictionary.com pro app is the leading online reference for language lovers everywhere. Make learning fun with word games, access voice-activated pronunciations, and oh yes, we’ve made it work anywhere you are—even when you don’t have Wi-Fi.
7.5.29
2020-04-13
-Minor improvements
7.5.28
2020-04-03
- Minor Improvements
7.5.27
2019-11-05
Voice. noun. Something you can now use when searching for the definition of a word.
Our push notifications just got a whole lot better too. Travel anywhere in the world and receive real-time notifications and alerts from Dictionary.com.
You may also notice our Word of the Day has had a makeover. Check out the polished new look!
7.5.21
2019-09-05
Updates. Noun. Something you should keep turned on so you never miss an improvement from Dictionary.com!
Has your Word of the Day quiz widget been wonky? We made some adjustments, alterations, and enhancements to bring it back in line.
Enjoy!
7.5.20
2019-08-19
Updates. Noun. Something you should keep turned on so you never miss an improvement from Dictionary.com!
Did you notice the Origin tab is missing? You're right. We still have origins available alongside definitions, but we have removed the tab for now.
Origin is a noun that can mean the first stage of existence, and we promise we're working on a second stage of the tab that will be even better.
Speaking of better, we made some fixes that fit the definition to a T.
7.5.19
2019-07-25
We define "app bugs" as pesky little problems that were plaguing the Dictionary.com app.
This update will stabilize your app and make images look even better. Bye-bye, bugs!
7.5.18
2019-05-23
Legible is an adjective that means “easily readable.” You can use it to describe the new and improved Word of the Day!
7.5.17
2019-05-21
Legible is a noun that means “easily readable.” You can use it to describe the new and improved Word of the Day!
7.5.16
2019-03-26
Embarrassed. Adjective. Us when we realized the offline dictionary went AWOL. We're very sorry, and don't worry: We brought it back.
(Hear ye, hear ye: If you want to hear your audio pronunciations, don't forget to crank up your phone volume!)
7.5.15
2019-03-14
Word of the Day. Noun. A feature we just made a whole lot better!
While we were at it, we fixed that pesky problem with your frozen favorites list!
Did you buy example sentences? Good news. We've fixed those too!
7.5.14
2019-02-15
- Minor improvements to the word of the day pages.
7.5.13
2019-01-03
- Minor improvements to data display on dictionary and thesaurus pages.
7.5.12
2018-12-13
- Minor improvements to data display on dictionary and thesaurus pages.
7.5.11
2018-10-31
- Minor improvements to data display on dictionary and thesaurus pages.
7.5.10
2018-09-07
- Word of the Day push notifications improvements
7.5.9
2018-08-27
- Fixed issue where push notifications still sent when setting was off.
7.5.8
2018-08-21
- Fixed problem where clicking on any word makes it a favorite.
- Made improvements to the Help Center to make contacting Customer Service easier.
- Improvements made to the app’s video player.
- Trends feature has been removed.
7.5.7
2018-07-02
- Fixed an issue with the video player
7.5.6
2018-06-21
-Minor Improvements
7.5.5
2018-06-06
- Fixed issue preventing videos from playing.
7.5.4
2018-05-19
- Word of the Day Improvements
- Fixed issue where searching for words with apostrophes resulted in no results
7.5.3
2018-05-09
-Minor Improvements
7.5.2
2018-05-04
• Legal copyright updated to 2018.
• Other minor improvements.
7.5.1
2018-01-18
- Minor Improvements
7.5
2017-12-20
- UI optimized for iPhone X
- Minor Improvements
7.4.5
2017-10-13
Bug fixes
7.4.4
2017-08-25
Bug fixes
7.4.3
2017-08-04
Bug fixes
7.4.2
2017-07-26
Bug fixes
TOS and Privacy Policy update
7.4.1
2017-07-03
bug fixes