# Dictionary.com Pro English — Dictionary, Thesaurus, Quizzes

> English dictionary, thesaurus, and word games for vocabulary improvement. (iPhone/iPad app by Curiosity Media, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dictionarycom-pro-english/id385756768 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Curiosity Media, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/332510497)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $5.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 28,927 App Store ratings · 267 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 60 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-08-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dictionarycom-pro-english/id385756768/reviews.md

## What is Dictionary.com Pro English?

Download the number one free dictionary app with English language learning tools and free word games built for every level of learner.

With more than 2 million trusted definitions and synonyms plus word puzzles, language quizzes, and spelling quizzes, this English dictionary and thesaurus app for iPhone is optimized with your mobile device in mind to help you learn English or improve your English vocabulary.

Flip to dark mode to give your eyes a break, or stick to the traditional set-up. It even works offline! Install the offline dictionary for access to definitions and synonyms whenever and wherever you need them — no bulky books necessary.

In addition to the trusted reference content from Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com, this education app includes:

Word Puzzle ► Love crossword puzzles and anagrams? You’ll flip for our word puzzle! Unscramble the letters, and cash in your coins for an extra boost. Want more word game fun? Improve your vocabulary with fun spelling quizzes and vocabulary challenges.

Word of the Day ► Learn a new word each day and expand your vocabulary education.

Synonym of the Day ► Can you pick the correct synonym for a word? Keep your vocabulary sharp with our daily synonym challenge.

Audio pronunciations ► Never mispronounce another word.

Synonyms ► Get thesaurus content alongside your dictionary definitions.

Voice search ► Find the definitions you’re looking for anywhere, anytime. The app even offers up English spelling help. Not sure how a word is spelled? Say it out loud, and this app will find it for you.

Grammar help ► Get grammar tips, word usage, and more to improve your writing.

Editorial articles ► Explore editorial content for features on words, the origins of our language, and the nuances that make English so complicated and unique.

Favorite words and search history ► Customize your recently searched word list, and never forget the newest words you’ve learned.

Learner’s dictionary ► Includes extra information about word usage for English learners.

Dictionary shuffle ► Think you know ALL the definitions? Prove it with Dictionary Shuffle, which chooses a word at random and brings you to the definition.

A-Z Dictionary ► What’s more exciting than ... wait for it … browsing the Dictionary?! We’ve now made it even easier, with the A–Z Dictionary.


Optimized for Apple Watch!


Get even more from your app with our upgrades:

- Example Sentences

- Encyclopedia

- Idioms and Phrases

- Science and Rhyming Dictionaries

- Offline Dictionary + Remove ads

Or get the best value with our power pack, which includes them all!

## Key features

- Offline dictionary access
- Word puzzles and spelling quizzes
- Daily word and synonym challenges
- Audio pronunciations
- Synonyms and grammar help
- Voice search

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $5.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| set of 300 voice to text searches | $0.99 | one-time |
| Science Dictionary Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Translator Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Rhyming Dictionary Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Power Pack Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Idioms & Phrases Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Expert English | Free | one-time |
| Encyclopedia upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Grammar & Tips Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Offline Database + No Ads Bundle | Free | one-time |


## What do users think of Dictionary.com Pro English?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great app
- 👍 Reliable and easy to use
- 📚 Comprehensive dictionary and thesaurus
- 🔊 Helpful pronunciation feature
- 🗓️ Useful word of the day
- 💡 Interesting word origins and etymology

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Offline dictionary not working
- 🔍 Certain words not found in the dictionary
- 🤖 Outdated or robotic voice for pronunciation
- 🔍 Difficulty navigating and finding words
- 💰 Paid version not working across devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- No results found for certain words
- Thesaurus not working as expected
- Offline dictionary not downloading properly
- App freezing or crashing on certain devices
- Inconsistent behavior across iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Add British/neutral English pronunciation options
- Improve search functionality and suggestions
- Allow exporting/saving favorite words
- Integrate grammar and writing tips
- Add ability to create custom word lists/folders

## Recent user reviews (10 of 267)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dictionarycom-pro-english/id385756768/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great help

*2025-02-11, version 11.6.0*

Couldn’t do without it!

### 5/5 — Dictionary

*2025-02-11, version 11.6.0*

Learning more words that I never been encounter

### 4/5 — What happened to Learners tab

*2025-02-08, version 11.6.0*

One of the great features of this app is the Learners tab to show how to use the word in modern relevant usage. What happened to it? It’s been gone for a while now. Frankly, the “examples” tab isn’t helpful. It finds the most hard to decipher obscure examples on the web that doesn’t help someone who’s unfamiliar with a word to learn its meaning within a typical context. Simple examples like the ones provided in the Learners tab is helpful. Thanks

### 5/5 — Dictionary

*2025-01-15, version 11.6.0*

It is so handy and convenient love it!!

### 5/5 — Serurity

*2025-01-11, version 11.6.0*

I use this app daily. I am dyslexic and question my spelling often but I can check Dictionary and feel secure.

### 1/5 — Nonsense

*2025-01-11, version 11.6.0*

I paid $5.99 for this Pro
Edition, but it’s contents
are the same as Dictionary.com. 
And any idioms for verbs are not found.

### 5/5 — Great app but one issue

*2025-01-11, version 11.6.0*

The only problem is that they need to allow user to remove the non British words eg. Trash American language / either in the settings or having a British version. Or having a alternative slang & secondary versions of English

### 5/5 — Fantastic tool for writes and professionals

*2025-01-04, version 11.6.0*

Many updates over the years. Provides excellent Words of the Day, offers very solid word origins, entomology, and history; and showcases a superb thesaurus.  Overall, an exceptional dictionary and linguistic app!

### 5/5 — Good and clear.

*2025-01-04, version 11.6.0*

Access to words is fast and the source material is helpful.

### 2/5 — What once was…

*2024-12-27, version 11.6.0*

This app used to be quite good but recently for some reason, it keeps telling me there is no results found for certain words that are words and are spelt correctly. For instance, I looked up the word ‘sentient’ today and was again told that it has no results for that word. I don’t know why this is happening but it’s reaching a point where it’s becoming quite regular and bothersome so I might have to download a different app if this issue cant be fixed in the near future.

## Frequently asked questions about Dictionary.com Pro English

### What does Dictionary.com Pro English do?

This app serves as a comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus, offering millions of definitions and synonyms. It also includes various word games, quizzes, and language learning tools to help users improve their vocabulary and understanding of the English language.

### What are the key features of Dictionary.com Pro English?

Key features include an offline dictionary for access without internet, word puzzles and spelling quizzes, daily word and synonym challenges, audio pronunciations, synonyms, grammar help, and voice search functionality. It also offers editorial articles and a learner's dictionary.

### How much does Dictionary.com Pro English cost?

The app is free to download and use, offering core dictionary and thesaurus functions. It also provides optional in-app purchases for upgrades such as example sentences, an encyclopedia, idioms, science and rhyming dictionaries, and an offline dictionary with ad removal.

### Can I use Dictionary.com Pro English offline?

Yes, the app offers an offline dictionary feature. This allows you to access definitions and synonyms whenever and wherever you need them, without requiring an internet connection. This feature can be unlocked through in-app purchases.

### Who is Dictionary.com Pro English for?

This app is designed for a wide range of users, including English language learners, students, writers, educators, and anyone interested in expanding their vocabulary, improving their spelling, or deepening their understanding of English words and their usage.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 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.

### 11.2.0 — 2022-12-15

Time to cozy up with your favorite dictionary app, because we’ve got an update!
Bugs … what bugs? Say goodbye to glitches, and hello to a spruced up experience so you can find the word you need when you need it.

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