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WordWeb Dictionary and Thesaurus Freeware

WordWeb is a one-click English thesaurus and dictionary for Windows that gives you the definition, synonyms, and antonyms of any given word without requiring you to go online, though it can connect to the Internet for expanded functionality such as looking up words in web references such as the Wikipedia encyclopedia.

You can look up words in almost any program by simply selecting them and pressing control alt W. Features of the free version include:

Millions of people from all over the world use this top-rated software.

The software has a full dictionary and thesaurus for American, British, Canadian, Australian, Indian, and global English.

The interface feels like an expanded version of any major word processor's dictionary function, giving users an instant familiarity - even if they've never used WordWeb. After you type a term into the Lookup dialog box, the word's definition will appear in the interface's top pane, along with tabs that link to various wiki functions.

This is a really nifty application to have on your system.

The bottom pane offers tabs for such items as synonyms, antonyms, and related words. The app's most notable feature is its hot key support; you simply use a hot key combo when the cursor is pointed over any word, and WordWeb will pop up onscreen with all pertinent information.

There are tools for changing the database to one of several English variations, altering the text size, and disabling WordWeb from recognizing offensive terms. The depth and functionality of WordWeb would be worth paying for, but thankfully you don't have to redefine your budget to get it--it's free.

Download

Direct Link: WordWeb 6.1
Website: http://wordweb.info/free
Size: 17.79MB
Operating Systems: Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7