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Best Etymology Dictionary Apps

194+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
14 free apps
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.7β˜…, the etymology dictionary category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 194+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Etymology Dictionary Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Etymonline English DictionaryEtymonline English DictionaryFree4.9β˜… (11K)YesYesJul 2026
2EtymologyExplorerEtymologyExplorerFree4.8β˜… (1.3K)YesYesJul 2026
3Etymology Dictionary OfflineEtymology Dictionary OfflineFree3.7β˜… (21)NoNoMay 2026
4Oxford Dictionary & ThesaurusOxford Dictionary & ThesaurusFree4.6β˜… (28K)YesYesJul 2026
5Merriam-Webster DictionaryMerriam-Webster DictionaryFree4.8β˜… (320K)YesYesJul 2026
6Dictionary.com: English WordsDictionary.com: English WordsFree4.8β˜… (328K)YesNoJul 2026
7Advanced English Dictionary.Advanced English Dictionary.$2.994.7β˜… (238)NoNoJul 2026
8Merriam-Webster Dictionary+Merriam-Webster Dictionary+$9.994.8β˜… (22K)YesNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Etymology Dictionary

Etymonline English Dictionary#1

Etymonline English Dictionary by ε΄‡δΌŸ 柳

Dictionary to Build Vocabulary
Editor's Choice
πŸ“š Education
4.9😊(11K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore the origins and history of English words with this comprehensive dictionary app. It offers instant search, related word suggestions, and an offline mode for premium users. Enhance your vocabulary and understanding of word roots.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Excellent app
  • πŸ‘ Comprehensive and well-researched
  • πŸ‘ Useful for understanding word origins
  • πŸ‘ Informative and insightful

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› App version has incomplete entries
  • πŸ”’ Privacy concerns with data collection
  • πŸ’° Subscription fees too high
EtymologyExplorer#2

EtymologyExplorer by Might Could Studios LLC

Explore words and their roots!
Strong Contender
πŸ“š Education
4.8😊(1.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Discover the fascinating origins and connections of words. This app provides visual maps of word roots, detailed etymologies, definitions, and audio pronunciations. Explore how seemingly unrelated words can share common ancestry.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Intuitive and user-friendly
  • πŸ” Comprehensive and detailed etymology information
  • 🌟 Visually appealing and well-designed
  • πŸ“š Helpful for language learning and vocabulary building

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Occasional bugs and crashes
  • πŸ” Limited database of words
  • πŸ’° Subscription model may be costly for some users

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4
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus
Thesaurus & Offline Vocabulary
Free

Access a vast collection of dictionaries and thesauruses with definitions, pronunciations, and etymology. Features include offline access, advanced search options, and personalized word lists. Ideal for students, professionals, and word enthusiasts.

15 Oxford DictionariesThesaurus integrationAudio pronunciations
πŸ” Reference
(28K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Merriam-Webster Dictionary
by Merriam-Webster, Inc.
Free

Access America's most respected dictionary, updated with new words and meanings. This app offers offline access, voice search, daily vocabulary challenges, and a thesaurus. It's designed for English language reference, education, and vocabulary enhancement.

Offline dictionary accessVoice search for wordsDaily Word of the Day
πŸ” Reference
(320K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary.com: English Words
Dictionary, Thesaurus, Vocab
Free

Access over 2 million trusted definitions and synonyms for English words. Enhance your vocabulary with daily new words, example sentences, and audio pronunciations. This app provides grammar tips and editorial content to deepen your understanding of the English language.

2 million+ definitions and synonymsWord of the DayExample sentences
πŸ” Reference
(328K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Advanced English Dictionary.
Advanced English Dictionary.
Advanced English Dictionary.
English Dictionary & Thesaurus
$2.99

This comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus offers offline access to millions of words, definitions, pronunciations, and etymologies. Explore word connections, sample sentences, and discover new vocabulary with advanced search and unique features.

Extensive word database (4.9 million words)High-quality audio pronunciations (US, UK, AU)Advanced search technology
πŸ” Reference
(238)
paid
8
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Merriam-Webster Dictionary+
Premium Ad-free Dictionary
$9.99

Access America's leading dictionary with over 15,000 extra entries for people and places. Enjoy offline access, voice search, and daily vocabulary builders. This app offers expert word guidance with a thesaurus and example sentences.

Ad-free experience15,000+ premium entriesOffline dictionary access
πŸ” Reference
(22K)
freemium
9
English Dictionary *
English Dictionary *
English Dictionary *
Thesaurus and Vocabulary words
Free

Enhance your English vocabulary with a comprehensive offline dictionary and thesaurus. Access over 500,000 words, their meanings, synonyms, antonyms, and pronunciations. Perfect for students and professionals to improve language skills anytime, anywhere.

Offline word searchSynonyms and antonymsWord definitions
πŸ” Reference
(1.1K)
subscription
10
Morpheme Dictionary
Morpheme Dictionary
Morpheme Dictionary
by Alexander Stein
Free

Explore word origins and structures with a clean interface. This app offers over 1000 entries, including allomorphs, definitions, and usage examples, with continuous updates. It's ideal for quick lookups for writers and language enthusiasts.

Over 1000 entries (growing)Allomorphs and morpheme definitionsUsage examples
πŸ“š Education
(3)
free with in-app purchases
11
Dictionary.
Dictionary.
Dictionary.
by TheFreeDictionary.com
Free

Access a comprehensive dictionary, thesaurus, and translation tool with millions of definitions and synonyms. Explore specialty dictionaries, learn new words daily, and play word games. This app offers offline access and integrates seamlessly with other applications.

Offline dictionary and thesaurusMillions of definitions and synonymsWord of the Day and Idiom of the Day
πŸ” Reference
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Etymology Dictionary
Etymology Dictionary
Etymology Dictionary
The way how a word comes
$14.99
πŸ“š Education
(0)
13
Advanced Dictionary&Thesaurus
Advanced Dictionary&Thesaurus
Advanced Dictionary&Thesaurus
English dictionary with Audio
Free

This comprehensive English dictionary and thesaurus offers precise definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and related words. It features intelligent search tools, offline audio, and customizable themes to enhance your language learning experience.

140,000+ definitionsSynonyms, antonyms, and related wordsOffline audio pronunciation
πŸ” Reference
(4.3K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Dictionary Offline - Dict Box
Dictionary Offline - Dict Box
Dictionary Offline - Dict Box
Dictionary for All Languages
Free

This app provides an offline dictionary and translator for over 50 languages. It offers smart word suggestions, text translation in other apps, offline pronunciation, and a picture dictionary. An optional premium upgrade unlocks advanced features and an ad-free experience.

Offline dictionary & translator50+ languages supportedSmart word suggestions
πŸ” Reference
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Dictionary Linguee
Dictionary Linguee
Dictionary Linguee
German, French, Spanish, more
Free

Access reliable translations for multiple languages, including French, Spanish, and German, with this comprehensive dictionary app. It offers fast, offline access to a vast database compiled by lexicographers and includes example sentences and audio pronunciations.

Translations in French, Spanish, German, and moreCompiled by over 400 lexicographersFast translations with quick search
πŸ” Reference
(11K)
free
16
Terminology
Terminology
Terminology
Dictionaryβ€’Thesaurusβ€’Research
Free

Explore the English language with this comprehensive tool. It offers dictionary and thesaurus functions, along with research capabilities to dive deeper into words and phrases. Extend its functionality with custom resources for web and app searches.

Offline U.S. English dictionarySynonyms, antonyms, and word relationsCustomizable resources for web and app searches
πŸ” Reference
(1K)
freemium
17
German Etymology Dictionary
German Etymology Dictionary
German Etymology Dictionary
etymological dictionary
$2.99

Explore the origins and meanings of over 40,000 German words. This comprehensive dictionary offers detailed etymology, pronunciation, and cross-references, making it an invaluable tool for English speakers learning German. Create custom word lists and discover prefixes and suffixes.

Detailed etymology and originPronunciation guideCross-referenced entries
πŸ” Reference
(3)
paid
18
WordWeb Dictionary
WordWeb Dictionary
WordWeb Dictionary
Offline ad-free dictionary
Free

This app provides a comprehensive offline English dictionary and thesaurus with fast searching, spelling suggestions, definitions, and usage examples. It offers extensive word data and advanced search filters without requiring an internet connection.

Offline dictionary and thesaurusFast searchingSpelling suggestions
πŸ” Reference
(85)
free
19
Italian Etymology Dictionary
Italian Etymology Dictionary
Italian Etymology Dictionary
etymology of Italian words
$1.99
πŸ” Reference
(0)
20
Roget's II: New Thesaurus
Roget's II: New Thesaurus
Roget's II: New Thesaurus
Synonyms & Antonyms by UniDict
$4.99

Access a comprehensive English thesaurus with millions of synonyms and related terms. Enhance your vocabulary and express yourself more effectively with this powerful reference tool, featuring advanced search and offline capabilities.

Full text of Roget's II: The New ThesaurusMillions of synonyms and related termsReal-time progressive look-up
πŸ” Reference
(351)
paid

FAQ about Etymology Dictionary

What are the best etymology dictionary apps for iPhone?
Etymonline English Dictionary tops our etymology dictionary apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 11K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 14 of the top etymology dictionary apps we rank are free to download, including Etymonline English Dictionary and EtymologyExplorer.
Etymonline English Dictionary shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 194+ etymology dictionary apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides access to the complete Online Etymology Dictionary, allowing users to explore the origins and history of English words. It helps users understand word roots and improve their vocabulary through features like related word suggestions and instant search.
Key features include instantaneous search with spelling suggestions, the ability to find related words that share the same origin or root, and a universal app design for iPhones and iPads. Premium users also gain access to an offline dictionary and an ad-free experience.

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