Vocabulary.com
authentic ratingAn outstanding dictionary with human, informal definitions and a smart spaced repetition system that surfaces real knowledge gaps. The app is technically outdated: long-term users report compatibility issues with newer iPhones.
48real score
4.32store star
4,943ratings
About the rating
storeAvg 4.84, textAvg 4.33. Moderate gap. Positive reviews are specific about the definition quality and algorithm. Criticism focuses on technical compatibility. Organic picture.
Strengths
What users love
- Definitions written in plain language with examples from real texts. The algorithm tracks knowledge of a word across different contexts rather than just recording that you have seen the card.
Weak spots
What users hate
- Teaches reading comprehension and passive vocabulary
- Not speaking. The technical state of the app is a genuine concern for users on recent devices.
Who it is for
Advanced learners and native speakers who want to genuinely know words, not just recognize them. Writers and academics who need precise vocabulary.
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