# Notification Dictionary

> An app to access meaning of selected word as a notification

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xtreak.notificationdictionary](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xtreak.notificationdictionary)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.xtreak.notificationdictionary`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Karthikeyan Singaravelan
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 35,736
- **Rating:** 4.44 / 5 (314 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.0.25
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-19
- **First published:** 2021-08-26
- **Publisher country:** IN
- **Size:** 2.10 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xtreak.notificationdictionary)
- **Website:** [https://tirkarthi.github.io](https://tirkarthi.github.io/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://github.com/tirkarthi/NotificationDictionary/blob/main/PrivacyPolicy.txt](https://github.com/tirkarthi/NotificationDictionary/blob/main/PrivacyPolicy.txt)

## Description

Notification Dictionary is a handy Chrome extension that provides instant access to the meaning of any selected word via a notification. It seamlessly integrates with all apps supporting text selection, offering quick reference without interrupting your workflow. Users can click the notification to view detailed meanings, search for other words, and enjoy the convenience of offline usage.

Key features include easy access across apps, offline functionality, click-to-copy meanings to clipboard, long-press to share definitions, and a broad range of word meanings sourced from Wiktionary. As an open-source tool licensed under MIT, it's both user-friendly and transparent.

## Rankings

- #344,623 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `com.xtreak.notificationdictionary.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Convenient and quick access to word meanings without leaving the app.
- Simple notification system works seamlessly with various apps.
- Useful for reading articles and finding translations without interruption.
- Overall positive user experience with an adless interface.

### Cons

- Inconsistent functionality across different apps (e.g., WhatsApp, Google Chrome).
- Some users experience cutting off of definitions mid-sentence or incomplete meanings.
- Limited word database that may not include certain specialized terms.
- Requires additional permissions on newer Android versions to show notifications.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xtreak.notificationdictionary)