# TheSaurus - Interactive Visual Thesaurus > Interactive visual thesaurus presenting word synonyms and definitions as a graph. (iPhone/iPad app by Shadanan Sharma.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thesaurus-interactive-visual-thesaurus/id875078177 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Shadanan Sharma](https://appshunter.io/developer/875078180) - Category: Education, Reference - Price: Free - Rating: 3.60/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 46 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2014-06-03 - Data updated: 2026-06-08 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thesaurus-interactive-visual-thesaurus/id875078177/reviews.md ## What is TheSaurus? TheSaurus is an interactive visual thesaurus. When you search for a word, the word and its synonyms are presented as a graph. The word node that was searched becomes the root of the graph and is centered in the middle. Word nodes are connected to meaning nodes. A meaning node can be a noun, verb, adjective, or adverb. Word nodes themselves are defined by the set of meaning nodes with which they are associated. If two word nodes are connected to the same meaning node, then those two word nodes will have that meaning in common. If you tap on a node, you will be presented with the node's definition. Since a word's definition is its set of meanings, all of its meanings will be presented when it is tapped. By default, the graph only shows a limited number of nodes at a time. If a node has neighbors that aren't currently displayed, it will have a magenta outline. Tapping on one of these nodes will expand the graph to show that node's neighbours. Other neat features: * Double tap a node to promote it to the root * Pinch the display to adjust the size of the nodes and fonts ## Key features - Interactive word graph visualization - Synonym and definition display - Node definitions on tap - Expandable graph view - Adjustable node and font size - Promote nodes to root ## Recent user reviews (10 of 14) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thesaurus-interactive-visual-thesaurus/id875078177/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Love the concept & *2021-06-11, version 2.3* & I feel if it were offered Free more often for free - then the more people would desire to buy it which would increase the review rates, etc… a positive cycle to grow ur app… who knows - I dig the app tho! Thank You! ### 1/5 — Awful app *2020-11-11, version 2.3* Complete waste of money unless you have the brain of a very small peanut. ### 1/5 — Only 4 very simple synonyms per search *2019-03-30, version 2.3* Not worth the .99 cents nor even if it were for free. There are far too many online thesauruses that offer higher quality vocabulary suggestions. Plus this app is not fluid because you can not click the synonym words, you have to go back to the search page and manually type your next search. ### 5/5 — Hi Developer team! *2018-12-18, version 2.3* I’m not a native English speaker. Currently working as a UI/UX designer. I often face my limited abilities to pitch design and describe my design process. This app is fascinating !! It’ll be really really helpful when I write an article. I’m studying UX now so I thought it’d be helpful if I leave a review. Hope this review helps for other people to buys this app. ### 2/5 — Not bad for a start *2018-05-08, version 2.3* It is a good start but I wished there were more technical related words included. ### 5/5 — A Must *2018-01-07, version 2.3* For those who strive to express themselves by using the English language in all its color and nuances this is a must. I have the Visual Thesaurus on my Mac but, with the advancement of mobile technology, I now use my phone for nearly everything. I have missed this kind of visual representation of the relationships of words - until I found this app. Find "le mot juste." Add this to your phone. ### 5/5 — Great VISUAL Thesaurus! Just get it if you love words! *2017-06-29, version 2.3* As a Mac user I still get by using Visual Thesaurus, but didn't have a solution for my phone until now! Love this app! Use's Princeton's Word library which is a good standard to build from. Love that the app is dynamic and words move in their own bubbles. Little details like showing word form N for noun, V for verb, the ability to zoom and re enter on different word bubbles, shake to go random, and so much more. Thanks for a great app and please keep the updates coming! ### 5/5 — Great visual thesaurus! *2016-11-02, version 2.3* I used thinkmap visual thesaurus in my computer for a long time but was looking for a phone app that would give me the same features. This app works pretty much the same. It's not as robust but it's a great app. Definitely recommended. ### 5/5 — EXCELLENT *2016-10-07, version 2.3* I am very happy with my purchase, but it's not worth the price I paid, it is worth much more! The display of words is unique and It helps a lot at enhancing my vocabulary. Good job app developer! Je suis très content de mon achat, mais ça ne vaut pas le prix que j'ai payé, Il vaut beaucoup plus! l'affichage des mots est unique et il aide beaucoup à améliorer mon vocabulaire. Bon travail au développeur d'application! Kirk T Laval, Québec, Canada ### 1/5 — Terrible *2016-06-23, version 2.2* Gives one or two synonyms per word. Do not buy. ## Frequently asked questions about TheSaurus ### What is TheSaurus? TheSaurus is an interactive visual thesaurus that displays words and their synonyms as a connected graph. It allows users to explore definitions and relationships between words in a unique visual format. ### How does TheSaurus present word meanings? When you search for a word, TheSaurus centers it as the root of a graph. Synonyms and related words are shown as nodes connected to meaning nodes, which can be nouns, verbs, adjectives, or adverbs. ### Can I see definitions in TheSaurus? Yes, tapping on any word node in TheSaurus will present its definition, which is displayed as its set of associated meanings. ### How do I expand the graph in TheSaurus? If a node has neighbors that are not currently displayed, it will have a magenta outline. Tapping on such a node will expand the graph to show its connected neighbors. ### Does TheSaurus have ads? No, TheSaurus does not contain advertisements, offering an uninterrupted learning experience. ### What devices is TheSaurus available on? TheSaurus is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users. ### How often is TheSaurus updated? TheSaurus was last updated on September 20, 2016, to version 2.3. While updates are not frequent, the core functionality remains stable. ### What is the age rating for TheSaurus? TheSaurus has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners and users of all ages interested in vocabulary. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.3 — 2016-09-20 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Bug fixes for iOS 10 ### 2.2 — 2015-09-18 Added ability to pinch, rotate and pan. Search now shows a list of words found. ### 2.0.0 — 2015-06-04 Pinch zoom and pan added. Added ability to configured layout engine interactively. ### 1.1.0 — 2014-10-03 Update to work with iOS 8 ### 1.0.0 — 2014-05-23 No release notes. ## Apps similar to TheSaurus | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Audio-Visual Dictionary](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audio-visual-dictionary/id1509079715) | — | Free | Education | | [English Collocations for IELTS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/english-collocations-for-ielts/id1596572417) | 4.8 (268) | Free | Education | | [Vocabulary & Dictionary Lekses](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vocabulary-and-dictionary-lekses/id1601203575) | 4.7 (558) | Free | Education | | [English Phrasal Verbs & Dict.](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/english-phrasal-verbs-and-dict/id6446466363) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Education | | [English Dictionary -Learn easy](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/english-dictionary-learn-easy/id1188996080) | 3.8 (13) | Free | Education | ## Related topics [visual thesaurus](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/visual-thesaurus) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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