# Etymonline English Dictionary

> Dictionary to Build Vocabulary

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id813629612](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id813629612)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id813629612`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** 崇伟 柳
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.90 / 5 (11,712 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.10.415
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-11
- **First published:** 2019-09-04
- **Size:** 64 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-17
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/etymonline-english-dictionary/id813629612)
- **Website:** [https://www.etymonline.com](https://www.etymonline.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://etymonline.com/legal/privacy](https://etymonline.com/legal/privacy)

## Description

Official app of Douglas Harper's Online Etymology Dictionary with fast word-origin search and offline access for Premium users.

Explore word origins, roots, and related terms on iPhone and iPad. Premium unlocks ad-free reading and offline dictionary access, plus seamless exploration of word families like -logy (biology, chronology, cosmology) to grow your vocabulary.

## Rankings

- #15,851 — Overall
- #7 — The Best Dictionary Apps
- #18 — dictionary
- #47 — definition
- #49 — thesaurus

## Review summary

Reviewers praise Etymonline for deep etymology, breadth, and usefulness as a writing/learning tool with a fast, user-friendly interface. They cite easy access to word origins, strong educational impact, and enthusiasm for the app. Common concerns focus on intrusive ads, explicit content, and a subscription model, plus some signs of support/access friction. Overall, the app is valued for depth and utility but could improve monetization and support UX.

### Pros

- Deep historical etymology and context that goes beyond modern definitions.
- Very useful, comprehensive reference for writing, reading, and language understanding.
- Easy to use with a great UI and fast access to word origins.
- Inspires and educates; strong personal/educational impact and passion for language.
- Widely valued as a go-to writing tool and etymology resource.

### Cons

- Intrusive ads, including explicit imagery, detra cting from the experience.
- Subscription-based pricing to remove ads; many users would prefer a one-time purchase.
- Support and sign-in friction, making access to help or features less smooth.

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