Awesome, but not perfect.
The app is great; the algorithm put in place to repeat words until you get a grasp of them is brilliant.
Problem is, some of the definitions that you’ll learn aren’t necessarily what you’ll find in a Webster’s Dictionary, which is kind of bizarre. I get it that they’re trying to keep the definitions to a minimal amount of words to help with memory, but many of the definitions seem to be just too short and vague. Then there are some definitions that seem to be a little off...
For example, in the app the word “circuitous” is a noun, and defined simply as “roundabout,” meaning literally a roundabout that you’d drive through. Circuitous can include a roundabout in certain contexts, but it is used mostly as an adjective, and more specifically it means “having a circular or winding course.” Put into a sentence, you could use it as “we took a circuitous route to grandma’s house.” It can also mean “not being forthright or direct in language or action.”
Not a huge deal, but it makes me wonder what other words on the app are a little off. But either way, it’s a great app. I haven’t found another that’s anything like it!
Problem is, some of the definitions that you’ll learn aren’t necessarily what you’ll find in a Webster’s Dictionary, which is kind of bizarre. I get it that they’re trying to keep the definitions to a minimal amount of words to help with memory, but many of the definitions seem to be just too short and vague. Then there are some definitions that seem to be a little off...
For example, in the app the word “circuitous” is a noun, and defined simply as “roundabout,” meaning literally a roundabout that you’d drive through. Circuitous can include a roundabout in certain contexts, but it is used mostly as an adjective, and more specifically it means “having a circular or winding course.” Put into a sentence, you could use it as “we took a circuitous route to grandma’s house.” It can also mean “not being forthright or direct in language or action.”
Not a huge deal, but it makes me wonder what other words on the app are a little off. But either way, it’s a great app. I haven’t found another that’s anything like it!
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Good or bad
I think it could get better with some more features and some levels.i don’t play this game much longer because it’s not worth playing. I just got a feeling that its going to waste my time on trying to figure out what they are and mean.
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Horrible
Free app, but to see anything or use it, you have to pay to unlock the decks. Sooo misleading.
Fantastic!
Great supplement for your English studies!
Skeptical to start but that changed
Trust me 100% worth a try. Read the science behind it
Challenging
This will stretch and grow your verbal awareness
Love this new app!
Just wish it were a simple yes or no to repeat the word again instead of a rating.
Great app
I’m learning more words right away
Not what I thought or wanted
Somehow it doesn’t seem to be the same as what is shown in the App Store
great app, could be even better with a couple improvements
I enjoy using this app and found it so useful that I bought the full version. definitely worth it imo.
a few suggested improvements:
- allow audio playback of each word (adds another dimension for learning )
- when listing synonyms of words, use words learned from the other vocab sets already in the app (repetition/ review learning)
- add antonyms for words (another way to help learning)
a few suggested improvements:
- allow audio playback of each word (adds another dimension for learning )
- when listing synonyms of words, use words learned from the other vocab sets already in the app (repetition/ review learning)
- add antonyms for words (another way to help learning)
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Locked all previously opened levels
Opened the app one day to find everything changed. I now can’t access the levels I was working on as they are all locked and require $7 to open. Change of priority, I guess.
Understanding
This is a great app to increase the knowledge of understanding the meaning behind the words we speak! In other words...Great APP!
Good
I agree with another review on how the app can improve by adding more examples to further help the user get a better all around understanding of the words.
Seriously great
I was told that my english grade wouldn't get up if I didn't learn and start using more advanced words, this has really helped!
good
this is very good.
Increase your vocab with this app!
Love this app! Great interface and good vocab sets that include words that are pertinent for daily conversations/writing.
Boring
Word difficulty is a thumbs up, but that is all. It is just flashcards. No multiple choice. No fill in the blank. No puzzles. I choose how hard they are, but that is based on my opinion. I move at my own pace, but there is nothing to motivate my learning. Not even a gold star. Plus, this style of vocabulary learning does not offer a true understanding of how to use the word in a sentence structure, which ultimately I think is half the goal of an expanded vocabulary.
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Love doing this in my free time.
Very clean and and helpful app. I particularly how you can measure your progress.
Vocab Genius Is A Genius
I love this app! It is helping me learn new and exciting words everyday. This is the vocab app that I've been seeking. The presentation of this app makes it so much fun. Kudos to the creators!
Helpful
This is helpful.