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Word Hippo

Word Hippo

Thesaurus and Word Reference

14K ratings
472 reviews
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📚 Education
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 10, 2017
  • February 21, 2023

Features

Developer

KAT IP PTY LTD
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About

This app offers a comprehensive suite of word tools, including an advanced thesaurus for synonyms and antonyms, example sentences, rhyming words, and word type identification. It also features word finders for games, definitions, and translations into numerous languages.

✓Advanced thesaurus with synonyms and antonyms
✓Example sentences for word usage
✓Rhyming word finder
✓Word type identification (adjective, noun, verb, adverb)
✓Word finders for games (Scrabble, Words with Friends)
✓Word definitions
✓Multilingual translations
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Word Hippo. Based on 14K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Reference app.

Positive things

  • 👍Multi-functional app with thesaurus, dictionary, and more
  • 🚀Comprehensive and extensive word lists
  • 📚Helpful for writing, vocabulary building, and creative expression
  • 💰Affordable premium upgrade with no ongoing subscription
  • 🧠Aids in learning and expanding language skills

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional app freezes or crashes
  • 🔍Inconvenient to re-enter search term when switching between features
  • 🔍Lack of offline functionality
  • 💰Premium upgrade not synced across devices
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What's New in Word Hippo

2.10

February 21, 2023

• Advanced Word Search option in main menu. • iOS 16 compatibility.

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User reviews

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The coolest App

I’ve always wanna use this to learn my grammar and rhyme to make a sense.
willlaimwilllaim

Better than a thesaurus

Genuinely my #1 most used app
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Marvelous!

I use it endlessly
VTree72VTree72

Changed my writing life

This has been a gem for both my writing career. This is my go to resource when I’m looking for a better word, a sharper image, a radical opposite. Love, love this app and website!
SkohrtSkohrt

Great app

I love how many synonyms, antonyms, word forms and options there are on words. One thing I would prefer is if when switching from synonyms to antonyms I didn’t have to retype the word and search again but there is THE MOST word related information on here so it gets my approval!
FlyingsnowconeFlyingsnowcone
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Cursor placement issues when re-entering search term

Bug

Inconsistent performance on some devices

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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to save/favorite words and phrases

Feature

Offline mode or downloadable word databases

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Syllable counter or rhyming tool

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Seamless switching between dictionary, thesaurus, and other features

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FAQ

What does the Word Hippo app do?

Word Hippo is a comprehensive word reference tool. It provides an advanced thesaurus for synonyms and antonyms, example sentences, rhyming words, word type identification, word finders for games, definitions, and translations into many languages.

What are the key features of Word Hippo?

Key features include an extensive thesaurus, example sentences to illustrate word usage, a rhyming word finder, identification of related word types (adjectives, nouns, etc.), specialized word finders for games like Scrabble, definitions, and translations in up to 100 languages.

How much does Word Hippo cost?

The app is free to download and use with ads. A single in-app purchase is available to remove ads and unlock the ability to save and annotate favorite words.

What are the common use cases for Word Hippo?

This app is useful for writers seeking better word choices, students looking to understand definitions and usage, word game players needing to find specific words, and anyone wanting to expand their vocabulary or translate words.

Is Word Hippo available on different devices?

The description mentions features like Slide Over and Split View multitasking on iPad, suggesting compatibility with iOS devices. It also notes a dark/night mode for iOS version 13 and above.