WordWeb Dictionary Lookup

Name: WordWeb Dictionary Lookup
Rating: 4.685185185185185 (54 reviews)
Author: http://wordweb.info/

One-click lookup with WordWeb (wordweb.info, Windows only)

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The WordWeb Dictionary Lookup Chrome extension offers seamless one-click access to the powerful WordWeb dictionary and thesaurus tool, designed for Windows users. With intuitive features like Ctrl+Right Click on any webpage word, users can instantly open WordWeb for definitions, synonyms, and related information.

Additional functionality includes toolbar icons for quick lookups of selected text or cursor words, and keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Alt+W for faster access. The extension also supports text editing enhancements, allowing you to replace words with synonyms or corrected spellings directly through WordWeb. Note that WordWeb or WordWeb Pro version 8.1 or higher must be pre-installed on your Windows machine to utilize this extension effectively. This tool is ideal for writers, editors, students, and professionals seeking to enhance vocabulary and writing accuracy effortlessly.

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Version:

0.0.1.6 Last updated: 2017-05-08

Creation date:

2017-05-08

Risk:

Permissions:

nativeMessaging
activeTab
tabs

Size:

23.55KB

Email:

wo*****@wordweb.info

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Chrome Web Store

Updated:

a day ago

Ranking

# 5,314 ▲ 48

Other rankings

#6785 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 4 #15 in lookup keyword 15 #39 in dictionary keyword 52 ▲ 2 #207 in software keyword 59 ▲ 1 #241 in replace keyword 22 ▼ 6

User reviews

WordWeb Dictionary Lookup is praised for its reliability, multi-device compatibility, offline access, fast look-ups, and rich dictionary resources, making it indispensable for English learners and writers. However, some users experience functionality issues on certain browsers, and the extension opens definitions outside the browser, which could be improved. There are concerns about the extension's compliance with Chrome best practices and requests for additional pronunciation and meaning features. Overall, it remains a highly regarded and useful tool for vocabulary and word usage.

Pros

Highly reliable and has been used by users for many years across multiple devices.
Provides quick and easy word look-ups, saving time and maintaining writing flow.
Includes multiple dictionaries and a thesaurus, enhancing word precision and vocabulary.
Offers offline usage, making it accessible without an internet connection.
User-friendly interface with useful features like hot-keys for faster access.

Cons

Control right-click and toolbar icon functionality do not work reliably on some browsers like Vivaldi.
The extension opens a separate application window instead of displaying definitions within the browser, which some users find inconvenient.
Concerns about lack of updates or following best practices for Chrome extensions, risking possible discontinuation.
Requests for enhanced features such as clear pronunciation guides, syllable breakdowns, and multiple meanings per parts of speech.

Recent reviews

Neither the control right click, nor toolbar icon work on Vivaldi (version: 7.4.3684.38)

Ja*****, 2025-05-22

"This extension may soon no longer be supported because it doesn't follow best practices for Chrome extensions." Why 'Google' alerts me? Would you like to clarify a bit more? ...as I'm using you (WordWeb) since 2K09 till date! Thanx with regards, MOLOY India - South East Asia in the geographical location else more precisely, my coordinates: 22.5083392,88.3687424

Mo*****, 2024-10-31

Used this for years. I have a fairly good vocabulary, but much of what I read challenges me. Then, of course, when I write, I oftentimes need precision. Having synonyms at my fingertips saves time and therefore I'm less likely to lose my thread of thought.

Mu*****, 2024-10-25

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WordWeb Dictionary Lookup requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

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WordWeb Dictionary Lookup has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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