# Collins Dictionary+Thesaurus — Large English dictionary

> Comprehensive offline English dictionary and thesaurus with extensive vocabulary. (iPhone/iPad app by HarperCollins Publishers Ltd.)

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- Developer: [HarperCollins Publishers Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/355861228)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $6.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 429 MB
- Languages: British English, Japanese
- Released: 2014-10-23
- Data updated: 2026-09-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collins-dictionary-plus-thesaurus/id926221123/reviews.md

## What is Collins Dictionary+Thesaurus?

The new 2014 Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus app is fast, easy-to-use, has all the latest words, and is the most comprehensive and trustworthy combined English Dictionary and Thesaurus available on iOS. It contains more than 722,000 words, meanings and phrases and 410,000 synonyms and antonyms reflecting the rapid evolution and growth of modern English. No internet connection is required. Pronunciation audio available offline.

For more than a century, Collins’ editors have worked to create dictionaries that meet the needs of the world they define. They’re still doing so today, tracking language change around the world and vetting suggestions from the public on collinsdictionary.com, ensuring Collins English Dictionary and Thesaurus truly is the home of living language. With all of the latest words to enter the English language as well as over 8,500 place names and 5,500 biographies you have thousands of fascinating facts and figures at your fingertips. Usage notes give advice on using the right word in the right place, and thousands of etymologies trace the roots of modern English. 

*More than 722,000 words, meanings and phrases 
*Over 410,000 synonyms and antonyms
*Pronunciation audio available
*Literary and rare words useful for crossword solvers and setters as well as Scrabble players 
*Includes the latest new words and extensive coverage of scientific and technical vocabulary 
*Over 8,500 place names and 5,500 biographies 
*Full appendixes of the Collins English Dictionary (The Joy of Dictionaries by best-selling author Mark Forsyth, Guide to Using the Dictionary, Pronunciation Guide and Abbreviations) 
*No internet connection required 

Search features include: 

-Alphabetical listing 
-Spelling suggestions 
-Linked Dictionary and Thesaurus 
-Anagrams 
-Fast pattern-match search (*, ?, vowel, consonant and group of letters) for crossword solving 
-Customize search options (starts/ends with, appears in idioms/examples) 
-Search within entries, definitions and examples 
-‘Jump’ feature – touch any word anywhere in the dictionary to go to the definition 
-Custom action feature allows users to look up a word in the dictionary from within other applications 
-Bookmark and history functions

## Key features

- Extensive vocabulary (722k+ words, 410k+ synonyms)
- Offline access with pronunciation audio
- Crossword and Scrabble solver features
- Latest words and technical vocabulary
- Usage notes and etymologies
- Search within entries and definitions
- Custom actions for use in other apps

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $6.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Headword Audio Pack | Free | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/collins-dictionary-plus-thesaurus/id926221123/reviews.md

### 5/5 — excellent！

*2025-12-30*

searching word or phrase is most convenient than any other dictionary, including Oxford and Mariam -Webster dictionary, especially, the function of clear search field is so excellent．

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2025-01-02, version 2.0*

I wanted to be able to look up a word, get the meaning, be able to see both antonyms and synonyms, see examples of usage and as a bonus see the origins succinctly, with the ability to search easily and have the answers quickly and clearly. It performs all this without a hitch. Perfect for my uses!

### 1/5 — WARNING about this developer

*2024-01-02, version 2.0*

I bought an excellent Collins Spanish Dictionary that had exactly the same interface as this English dictionary. When I replaced my iPad and tried to access the app on my new iPad, I got an error saying the app was "currently unavailable in your App Store." I contacted Apple for help and got nowhere. This is totally unacceptable for a dictionary app. Harper Collins should have given some thought to existing users. And SHAME on Apple for not standing by us and making sure that apps remain available to users who buy them. I'm totally disgusted after this experience. No wonder people don't want to pay for dictionary apps. It's really the worst kind of customer service, and it's about more than the money when it would be so easy for Apple to provide the app to people who paid for it.

### 5/5 — Excellent dictionary and thesaurus

*2021-12-08, version 1.5*

This is an excellent and very comprehensive dictionary and thesaurus.

### 5/5 — Only one issue 😢

*2021-12-02*

Content is great but I’m facing one annoying issue in the app. When we type and search a word and then next time come back to search another word, the previous word is there and we have to delete it manually. That really annoys all of the time.

I know there’s an option in setting to delete the word but when we enable that option, the app becomes eager to delete the word and it deletes the word even when we move to another app for some reference and it annoys too when you are working on two apps at the same time and it deletes your word every time you move to another app 😢

Apart from this issue, the content and search filters are great and also it’s offline so it works smoothly and quickly. I have been using Look up app before Collins. But look up is online so it takes a little time to show meaning and also look up lacks powerful search filter.

Overall you won’t regret buying Collins app and also paying for learning and self improvement always worth it.

I hope developers would work on my shared issue and make it a more easy to use app. Thanks ☺️

### 1/5 — Rubbish dictionary

*2021-10-29, version 1.5*

Synonyms aren’t linked to definitions

### 2/5 — Good dictionary; audio does not work;  very poor support

*2021-06-20, version 1.4*

The audio stopped working after my upgrade to iPhone 12, and it never worked in my iPad. Emailed the support team at Japan. It feels they don’t really care and there is no urgency. Otherwise a good dictionary; but, due to the above experience the overall rating is poor.

### 5/5 — Very Handy but update Requires👍🥸

*2021-05-15, version 1.4*

This dictionary is so amazing. I want you to please add thousands of more words in it and update it esp for iOS 14 running devices. Thanks.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work and support is gone

*2021-04-29, version 1.4*

This app does not work properly on my iPad Pro. The audio works but very rarely. My mail to the developer monokakido.jp could not be delivered due to the issues on their server (poorly programmed PHP?). I want my money back.

### 1/5 — No word pronounced??? Even download headwords audio?!

*2021-03-03, version 1.4*

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## Frequently asked questions about Collins Dictionary+Thesaurus

### What does the Collins Dictionary+Thesaurus app do?

This app provides a comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus, offering over 722,000 words, meanings, and phrases, along with 410,000 synonyms and antonyms. It includes features like pronunciation audio, usage notes, etymologies, and specialized vocabulary, making it a robust reference tool.

### What are the key features of this dictionary and thesaurus app?

Key features include an extensive offline vocabulary, pronunciation audio, specialized content for word games like crosswords and Scrabble, the latest new words, and scientific/technical vocabulary. It also offers advanced search options and the ability to look up words from other applications.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available. This suggests that while core functionality is accessible, certain premium features or content might require a purchase.

### Can I use this dictionary and thesaurus without an internet connection?

Yes, a significant advantage of this app is that no internet connection is required for its core functionality. This includes access to the dictionary, thesaurus, and pronunciation audio, making it usable anywhere.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is ideal for writers, students, crossword puzzle enthusiasts, Scrabble players, and anyone interested in the English language. Its comprehensive nature and specialized features cater to a wide range of users seeking in-depth linguistic resources.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2022-04-26

The content has been updated to the 13th edition.

### 1.5 — 2021-10-20

• Support for iOS 15.
• Fixed a bug where audio could not be downloaded.

### 1.4 — 2017-11-20

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Support for iOS 11 and iPhone X

### 1.3 — 2016-11-14

- Update the contents to 2016 edition.
- Optimized for iOS 10

### 1.2 — 2015-11-17

- Added 3D Touch Quick Actions (iPhone 6s or 6s Plus required)
- Added 3D Touch Peek and Pop function (iPhone 6s or 6s Plus required)
- Added support for new multi-tasking features on iPad (iOS 9 required)
- Improved the UI on iPad
- Improved the UI on iPhone 6 Plus landscape mode
- Fixed other minor problems

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