"Chambers Thesaurus" is the latest 5th Edition reference app for writers and language enthusiasts, offering nearly 40,000 distinct indexed words and about 400,000 synonyms and antonyms. It features intelligent word entry, spelling suggestions, and various search options, allowing users to filter by word type. Bookmark, recent word, and random word features enrich the experience. No Internet connection is needed, and it seamlessly cross-references with the Chambers Dictionary.
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The Chambers Thesaurus is the perfect reference for writers and word game enthusiasts, while all lovers of language will find it a pleasure to browse through. There are nearly 40 000 distinct indexed words, and a total of about 400 000 synonyms and antonyms.
The intelligent word entry suggests possible correct spellings as you type, as well as listing words that sound the same or are often confused. Search features include:
- Alphabetical listing - Spelling suggestions - Sounds-like and often-confused - Fast pattern-matching search (*, ?, vowel and consonant) - Filter search results by noun, verb, adjective, adverbs - Cross-reference to offline and online dictionaries
There are also standard bookmark, recent word and random word features. No Internet connection is required.
The Chambers Dictionary is also available, and can easily be cross-referenced.
User reviews
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Pros
Fast and flexible usage
Wide collection of words, helping users articulate better
Excellent price without intrusive ads
Seamless integration with other dictionary apps
Highly recommended by long-time users
Cons
Lack of integration with the dictionary app is frustrating for some users
Missing links and omissions in word references
Ad presence despite payment for the app
New app icon is not well-received and is considered dull
Occasional navigation issues reported by users
Most mentioned
High quality and content of the thesaurus
Frequent and daily use by satisfied users
Desire for better integration with other apps
Annoyances regarding changes to the app interface or functionality
Overall strong recommendation from loyal users
User reviews
Gaining deeper insight and knowledge of the everyday language we use helps us to enliven our communication skills and gain deeper insight into the words we use and hear everyday. This is a home Library keeper! I use it often to see the various nuances of a word I come across in news articles and magazines that peak my attention to understand more fully what the author is saying. In a speech I heard the word 'diabolical' mentioned. Pure evil. The Chambers Thesaurus is a great learning tool.
Top-tier thesaurus, and the app is totally worth the price tag. However, I believe the Dictionary app should most definitely be combined with this. I'd still not hesitate to pay the combined price tag, if the reason they remain separate is to not deter people from purchasing something that's marked higher, than the higher likelihood someone choosing to buy an app labeled half price. Hope there will be a future option to incorporate both, for the seamless experience this has potential to be