# Megawords > A word game helper with dictionary, anagram, and rhyme search capabilities. (iPhone/iPad app by Frank O'Dwyer.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/megawords/id306335556 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Frank O'Dwyer](https://appshunter.io/developer/306335560) - Category: Reference, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 4.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 14.5 · 31 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2009-03-07 - Data updated: 2026-06-05 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/megawords/id306335556/reviews.md ## What is Megawords? Megawords is for people who love words. It can be used to help solve crossword puzzles and other word games, to find rhymes, or just to play around with anagrams and find out the meanings of unusual words. It includes a dictionary of over 400,000 words with wildcard, anagram, and rhymes, plus support for SOWPODS and TWL dictionaries. The basic word search features can be used without an internet connection. If you have an internet connection, Megawords can also look up word definitions for the search results in online dictionaries. Thesaurus results will also be shown if found. FEATURES: - anagram search (works offline) - wildcard search (crossword solver mode, works offline) - rhyme search (works offline) - dictionary lookup of word meanings (multiple dictionaries, online only) - thesaurus lookup (online only) - search SOWPODS or TWL or both If you find any bugs or have any feature requests, contact me on twitter (@fodwyer), and I'll do my best to help. ## Key features - Anagram search - Wildcard search (crossword solver) - Rhyme search - Offline word search - Online dictionary lookup - Thesaurus lookup - SOWPODS and TWL dictionary support ## Recent user reviews (10 of 16) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/megawords/id306335556/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Please help *2021-01-20* Hi, You responded that this was fixed, but unfortunately it is not. Is there something I need to do? I’ve restarted my device and the app appears to be up to date. From Sep 26: I love your app, but it recently stopped working. Help! Anytime I tap a word for the definition, it says “Looks like you are offline.” I am definitely not off line. I use the app on an iPad. **Developer response:** This should be fixed now. Sorry about that! Please make sure you have updated to 3.2 of the app ### 5/5 — Giving it 5 stars even though it stopped working *2020-11-12* However I remember how good it was, and hope the dev fixes it soon. **Developer response:** Thanks! This should be fixed now - sorry about that! ### 5/5 — Please help *2020-08-31, version 3.1* I have been using this BRILLIANT app for a long time and it has been FANTASTIC... However, just recently I am unable to access full use of its benefits because it keeps telling me, “SORRY It looks like you’re offline. You need to be connected to the internet to search for definitions” ### 5/5 — Stopped working *2020-08-28, version 3.1* Phone updated to IOS 13.6.1. Recently and the app has stopped working. ### 5/5 — Good update *2019-05-15, version 3.1* Thanks settings now remembered. I’ll just have to get used to not going to Mode first ;) ### 5/5 — Fast and functional *2018-10-04, version 3.0.1* This app is superb. It works at blazing speed on my iPad Pro iOS 12. Works just as well on a MacBook High Sierra. Thanks Frank! ### 5/5 — FANTASIC! *2017-07-20* I normally do not write a review so quickly, but I have been using this FANTASTIC EVERYTHING for about 1 1/2 weeks now and WOW just WOW!! I can't believe it's FREE! I just found the dictionary TODAY! This is what prompted my 5 star review! Let me just say, I NORMALLY do not give 5 star reviews! But this deserves one! I originally got this for the Rhymes, and it has NOT disappointed! 4 1/2 years ago I was in an accident that left me with an TBI, before that I wrote constantly, I even had my work published. Since it has been very difficult for me to write like I once did. I have been look for a source to help me out, this is wonderful! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!! I will definitely recommend this to ALL!!! **Developer response:** Thank you! Glad you like it. ### 5/5 — 🤷🏽‍♂️👌🏽 *2017-06-18* 2 minutes into the app for testing. And not no bs. Good app so far I can say **Developer response:** Thanks! ### 5/5 — Thank you, TY! *2017-05-08* This is fantastic. You can solve crosswords, puzzle out anagrams, find rhymes. Oh, and see definitions. Thank you, Mr. O'Dwyer, for this invaluable app for "wordies" like me. **Developer response:** Thanks! ### 4/5 — iPad pro *2016-01-16, version 2.3.1* Have used this app for 2 years on my iPad Air but it doesn't work on my iPad pro, very disappointing. My rating only applies to iPad Air. ## Frequently asked questions about Megawords ### What word dictionaries does Megawords support? Megawords supports SOWPODS and TWL dictionaries, and can search both simultaneously. It also includes a basic dictionary of over 400,000 words. ### Can I use Megawords offline? Yes, the core word search features including anagram, wildcard, and rhyme searches work without an internet connection. Online features like dictionary and thesaurus lookups require an internet connection. ### What is the age rating for Megawords? Megawords is rated 12+ by the App Store, making it suitable for users aged 12 and older. ### How often is Megawords updated? The latest version, 3.4, was released on July 10, 2021. While the last update was in 2021, the app's core functionality remains stable for its intended purpose. ### What devices is Megawords available on? Megawords is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering a versatile experience across Apple's mobile ecosystem. ### How can I suggest new features or report bugs for Megawords? You can contact the developer, Frank O'Dwyer, on Twitter at @fodwyer with any bug reports or feature requests. He will do his best to assist you. ### Does Megawords have ads? No, Megawords is ad-free and does not contain any advertisements, providing an uninterrupted user experience. ### What is the user sentiment for Megawords? Megawords has a strong positive reception, indicated by its high rating of 4.5 stars from 2 ratings, suggesting users find it valuable for word-related tasks. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.4 — 2021-07-10 - Speed improvements - Result limit raised from 1000 to 100,000 ### 3.3 — 2021-05-22 - fixes bug when typing three dots in wildcard mode ### 3.2 — 2021-01-20 - Fixes connectivity bug when looking up definitions. Sorry about that. - Adds a dark mode ### 3.1 — 2019-05-13 - updated for latest iPhone and iPad models - Megawords now remembers your choices for word search mode and dictionary settings ### 3.0.1 — 2016-06-14 - Near rhymes - iOS 9 support - Multitasking support - iPhone 6/6s support - iPad pro support ## Apps similar to Megawords | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Word Hippo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-hippo/id1293778889) | 4.9 (12,304) | Free | Reference | | [RhymeZone](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rhymezone/id493493802) | 4.7 (971) | $2.99 | Reference | | [Orðabók](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orabok/id1619537820) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Reference | | [NerdBook](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nerdbook/id6686394627) | 3.5 (2) | Free | Reference | ## Related topics [dwyer](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/dwyer) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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