Simply Synonyms

Simply Synonyms

A simple synonym finder for Google Chrome

What is Simply Synonyms?
"Simply Synonyms" is a Chrome extension designed for instant synonym finding, acting as a thesaurus and dictionary. By simply double-clicking any word on a website, you can identify its synonyms and improve your vocabulary. The extension also offers a quick search thesaurus/dictionary box by right-clicking anywhere or pressing Alt+S. Additional features include signing in for a weekly summary email and regular updates for new features and bug fixes. It's currently in beta and is powered by the Merriam-Webster dictionary API.
Stats
Users: 2,000+
Rating: 4.67 (6)
Version: 0.3.7 (Last updated: 2020-12-28)
Creation date: 2020-08-12
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • identity
  • contextMenus
Size: 399.36K
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Summary

A simple synonym finder, thesaurus and dictionary for Chrome. Double click any word on any website to find synonyms for it. This extension is perfect for improving your vocabulary, or finding alternative words quickly while writing emails, documents, etc.

  • Double click any word to quickly access and replace synonyms, antonyms, definitions, and more
  • Right click anywhere or press Alt+S to access a quick search thesaurus/dictionary box, options, help, etc.
  • Sign in to the extension for extra features such as a weekly summary email
  • Frequent automatic updates with new features and bug fixes (contact us if you want to request something!)
  • And more!

This is Simply Synonyms beta - this means there are likely some small bugs and features that don't yet work completely.

Simply Synonyms is also open-sourced at https://github.com/Simply-Synonyms under the GPL-3.0 license. This ensures that the current version of the Simply Synonym extension's source code and any variations of it will always be available to users.


Simply Synonyms is powered by the Merriam-Webster dictionary API. Simply Synonyms is not endorsed or sponsored by Merriam-Webster Inc.

User reviews
5 stars: pro: 1> synon and anton!! 2> pull result from webster, cool! con: 1> on GitHub(maybe some other website), the pop up goes all white..... 2> no option to turn off double-click pop-up in editing box.... for example when you write a post in forum... or twitter, GitHub.... 3> lacks a dark theme, and cool logo! Best wishes
by Bryan Chan Bryan Chan, 2024-01-18

Really useful, the popup window is instantaneous and offers a wealth of suggestions. Highly recommended.
by Collapsible Chair Collapsible Chair, 2023-10-02

Really helpful . Works as expected and lighting fast
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Safety
Risk impact

Simply Synonyms may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

Simply Synonyms has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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