Word Radicals: Etymology

Word Radicals: Etymology

Word origins & their journeys

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Released
April 9, 2026
Updated
October 4, 2026

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Explore the historical origins of English words by tracing their linguistic journeys through Latin, Greek, and other languages. Discover morpheme breakdowns and original definitions from classical lexicons. This app offers an offline, minimal interface for an immersive etymological experience.

✓Etymology chains showing word journeys
✓Morpheme breakdowns
✓Classical lexicon sources
✓Semantic relationship analysis
✓Offline functionality
✓Minimal dark interface
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What's New in Word Radicals

1.0.10

October 4, 2026

• The app now opens on its tree while the dictionaries come up, shedding leaves that fall under real gravity and air resistance rather than along a drawn path. On most launches you will barely see it. • Opening is quicker. Counting what the sources cover — ten passes over a 120 MB dictionary — used to happen three times at every launch, for a screen reached from Privacy & sources. It is now counted when you open that screen. • Unpacking the dictionary after an update no longer holds the whole thing in memory, which is what made the first launch stutter on older iPhones.

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User reviews

LOVE THE APP, one change if possible??

I love this app!! It’s helped me study and understand what I’m reading so much.

However, the app has become difficult to use recently. The screen ratio when my phone is upright is off; the words spill off the screen.

Thank you!!

Very informative

Great app I’ve enjoyed using it !

REALLY NICE FOR WORD LOVERS! Just one request…

… Dev, can you please add a function to change FONT SIZE?

The default size is a bit tiny for my decrepit eyes, sigh…

For the love of words

I’ve always been obsessed with word definitions and origins. Feel like the app is a great start, but needs more consistency across words. Words with Latin or Greek origins seem to have the best content at the moment.

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FAQ

What is Word Radicals' learning methodology?

Word Radicals focuses on tracing the historical journey of words through different languages. It provides etymology chains, morpheme breakdowns, and classical lexicon sources to deepen understanding of word origins and their evolution.

How does Word Radicals track user progress?

Word Radicals does not explicitly mention progress tracking features. Its primary function is to provide information on word etymology, allowing users to explore and learn at their own pace.

Does Word Radicals offer certifications?

Word Radicals is an educational tool for exploring word origins and does not offer any formal certifications upon completion of its content.

What are the pricing details for Word Radicals?

Word Radicals is available for free, with no cost to download or use its core etymological features.

Is Word Radicals suitable for all ages?

Word Radicals has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger learners interested in word origins and language.

How frequently is Word Radicals updated?

The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on May 28, 2026, indicating recent development activity. Users can expect ongoing support and potential updates.

What devices support Word Radicals?

Word Radicals is available on iPhone and iPad, offering a consistent experience across Apple's mobile devices.

Does Word Radicals have ads?

No, Word Radicals is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted learning experience without any advertisements.