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Best Seconded Apps

190+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Out of 190+ seconded apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Seconded Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1SecondedSeconded$0.99—NoNoMay 2026
2Oxford Dictionary & ThesaurusOxford Dictionary & ThesaurusFree4.6★ (28K)YesYesJul 2026
3FreeSaurus - The Free Thesaurus!FreeSaurus - The Free Thesaurus!Free3.4★ (120)NoNoJul 2026
4Dictionary.com: English WordsDictionary.com: English WordsFree4.8★ (328K)YesNoJul 2026
5Merriam-Webster DictionaryMerriam-Webster DictionaryFree4.8★ (320K)YesYesJul 2026
6Advanced Dictionary&ThesaurusAdvanced Dictionary&ThesaurusFree4.7★ (4.3K)NoYesJul 2026
7WordReference DictionaryWordReference DictionaryFree4.2★ (5)YesNoJul 2026
8WordPal - Vocabulary BuilderWordPal - Vocabulary BuilderFree4.7★ (9.1K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Seconded

Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus#2

Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus by MobiSystems, Inc.

Thesaurus & Offline Vocabulary
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.6😐(28K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#79in Reference
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Reliable and simple to use
  • 👍 Comprehensive and best for all English, especially rare and aged language
  • 👍 Very useful for learning new words
  • 👍 Excellent reference app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy, way too many ads
  • 🔒 Annoying popup ads makes it unusable
  • 🔒 Ads stuck in, despite payment
FreeSaurus - The Free Thesaurus!#3

FreeSaurus - The Free Thesaurus! by Weeswares Pte Ltd

Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
3.4😐(120 ratings)
Free
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This is a straightforward thesaurus app that provides synonyms and antonyms for words. It focuses on simplicity and ease of use, offering related words alongside definitions. An internet connection is required for it to function.

What We Love

  • ⭐ Great free app
  • 📝 Helpful for writing and finding synonyms
  • 🔍 Simple and easy to use interface

Room to Improve

  • ⚠️ Needs to be updated for iOS 11 compatibility
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes on some devices
  • 🔌 Requires internet connection to function

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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
🔍 Reference
(328K)
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
🔍 Reference
(320K)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
🔍 Reference
(4.3K)
free with in-app purchases
7
WordReference Dictionary
WordReference Dictionary
WordReference Dictionary
by WordReference.com, LLC
Free

Access a comprehensive suite of dictionaries and translation tools for multiple languages. Explore conjugations, synonyms, and a vast forum with millions of answered questions. This app provides quick access to extensive language resources.

Extensive multilingual dictionariesVerb conjugatorsSynonym finder
🔍 Reference
(5)
ad-supported
8
WordPal - Vocabulary Builder
WordPal - Vocabulary Builder
WordPal - Vocabulary Builder
Learn English words daily
Free

Enhance your English vocabulary with this intuitive app. It uses spaced repetition to help you learn new words effectively, offering definitions, examples, and progress tracking. Achieve your language learning goals with daily reminders and streaks.

Spaced repetition learning algorithmMultiple choice synonym practiceWord definitions and examples
📚 Education
(9.1K)
freemium
9
Bangla Dictionary ++
Bangla Dictionary ++
Bangla Dictionary ++
English & Bengali Translator
Free

This app provides a comprehensive English and Bengali dictionary with translation capabilities. It offers offline access to over 350,000 words and phrases, including pronunciation, and features tools for vocabulary building and language learning.

Bilingual English-Bengali dictionaryOffline translation for words and phrasesOffline pronunciation
📚 Education
(6.7K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Etymonline English Dictionary
Etymonline English Dictionary
Etymonline English Dictionary
Dictionary to Build Vocabulary
Free

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.

Word origin explorationInstant search with suggestionsRelated words by root
📚 Education
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
11
WordUp - Vocabulary Builder
WordUp - Vocabulary Builder
WordUp - Vocabulary Builder
Learn New English Words Via AI
Free

This app uses AI to personalize your English vocabulary learning journey. It offers interactive challenges, AI-powered practice with a virtual teacher and celebrities, and detailed word pages with AI-generated visuals. Track your progress and expand your word knowledge effectively.

AI-powered personalized learning map25,000 prioritized English words9 interactive challenge types
📚 Education
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
🔍 Reference
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Persian Dictionary - ديكشنري
Persian Dictionary - ديكشنري
Persian Dictionary - ديكشنري
ديكشنري و مترجم فارسي انگلیسي
Free

This app offers a comprehensive offline Persian-English and English-Persian dictionary with audio pronunciation and vocabulary games. It includes thousands of words, phrases, and examples, with an optional online translation feature. Subscription packages are available for extended access.

Offline Persian-English dictionaryOffline English-Persian dictionaryNative audio pronunciation
🔍 Reference
(10K)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
🔍 Reference
(11K)
free
15
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
Vietnamese Dictionary PEnglish
English Vietnamese Dictionary
Free

This comprehensive app offers an offline English-Vietnamese dictionary with extensive word explanations and sentence translation. It also provides tools for vocabulary learning, exam preparation, and practicing all four language skills through games, videos, and grammar lessons.

Offline English-Vietnamese dictionaryVocabulary learning with gamesExam preparation and mock tests
📚 Education
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Dictionary & Translator
Dictionary & Translator
Dictionary & Translator
Learn and Translate Languages
Free

Access trusted definitions, thesaurus, and pronunciations for numerous languages. Translate text and images offline or online, and enhance your learning with vocabulary challenges and grammar checking.

Offline dictionary and thesaurusCross-cultural text and image translationVocabulary challenges and grammar checking
📚 Education
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Kurdish Dictionary - Dict Box
Kurdish Dictionary - Dict Box
Kurdish Dictionary - Dict Box
English Kurdish Translation
Free

This app serves as a comprehensive English to Kurdish and Kurdish to English dictionary and translator. It offers offline functionality, pronunciation, definitions, and the ability to translate words directly within other applications. Users can also find related words, phrases, and even use image search for a richer learning experience.

Offline translation and pronunciationExtensive word and expression databaseIn-app word translation
🔍 Reference
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Spanish Dictionary +
Spanish Dictionary +
Spanish Dictionary +
Translator to learn English
Free

This app provides a comprehensive bilingual dictionary and translator for English and Spanish. It offers offline access to over 350,000 words and phrases, along with pronunciation, text scanning, and vocabulary-building games. Ideal for students, travelers, and language enthusiasts looking to improve their skills.

Bilingual English-Spanish dictionaryOffline translation for words and phrasesText scanning via camera
📚 Books
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Arabic Dictionary +
Arabic Dictionary +
Arabic Dictionary +
Translator to learn English
Free

This app offers a comprehensive bilingual English-Arabic dictionary and translator with over 350,000 words and phrases. It supports offline use, image text scanning, and includes learning tools like flashcards and word games to enhance vocabulary.

Bilingual English-Arabic dictionaryOffline translation and pronunciationImage text scanning
📚 Books
(5.1K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Dict Plus: ترجمة عربي - مترجم
Dict Plus: ترجمة عربي - مترجم
Dict Plus: ترجمة عربي - مترجم
ترجم أي نص أو صوت أو صورة
Free

This app serves as a comprehensive Arabic-English and English-Arabic dictionary and translator. It offers offline functionality for over 500,000 words, pronunciation, and examples, with online features for text and website translation.

Offline dictionary with 500,000+ wordsText pronunciation (offline)Online text and website translation
🔍 Reference
(69K)
freemium

FAQ about Seconded

Are there free seconded apps for iPhone?
Yes — 19 of the top seconded apps we rank are free to download, including Oxford Dictionary & Thesaurus and FreeSaurus - The Free Thesaurus!.
Seconded has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 190+ seconded apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.