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Vocabulary.com

F Tier
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40
4.312.2K ratings
Freeto download
5.1ysince update
Education
category
Reference
category
4+age rating
1language
Made for iPhone
Made for iPad

What is Vocabulary.com?

Vocabulary learning app that teaches words through a game-style quiz system and a dictionary with example sentences.

The app teaches vocabulary through quiz-based activities that adapt to the user's level, with points, achievements and badges. It offers ready-to-learn lists for exams such as the SAT, GRE and TOEFL. It also includes a dictionary with explanations, usage tips and example sentences.

Pricing. Vocabulary.com is free, with no in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Studying vocabulary for exams such as the SAT, GRE or TOEFL
  • Learning new words looked up in the dictionary
  • Practising words with a game-style quiz that adapts to your level

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Why this app is in F tier

40/100The average of 4 parts, with no weights
Rating78
Ratings81
App Store search rank0
Update recency0

F tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

Vocabulary.com scores 40 out of 100: rating 78, rating count 81, App Store search rank 0, update recency 0. The four parts are averaged and F tier follows from that score within this list.

Description

With its uniquely effective word learning system, the Vocabulary.com app helps you master words through a fun and addictive game. And it’s powered by the world's smartest, fastest dictionary. From the makers of the award-winning Vocabulary.com website, this app will expand your vocabulary with lightning speed!

“A positively addictive app for aspiring wordsmiths.” - Fast Company

“Vocabulary.com reveals the truth about your vocabulary skills and helps you improve.” - AppAdvice

“An addictive word-learning app... an approachable dictionary and quiz machine.” - TIME

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IT’S A SCIENCE...
Vocabulary.com is a comprehensive program for lifelong learning of vocabulary, in which each activity is specially chosen for you.

  • We use sophisticated algorithms to help you learn more effectively.
  • We start with 235,858 questions that teach 15,914 words.
  • We use the science of learning to model how you learn (and retain) new words.
  • By comparing your answers to the hundreds of millions of answers given by other Vocabulary.com users, we personalize your learning experience and choose the best question for you at just the right time.

AND IT’S A GAME

We’ve turned learning vocabulary into an addictive game. You may not even notice that you’re learning along the way.

  • Accumulate points, achievements and badges.
  • Compete with Vocabulary.com users from throughout the world.

YOU CHOOSE...
Studying for an exam like the SAT, GRE, or TOEFL? We have learnable lists for you, covering everything from standardized tests to breaking news - you name it.

  • Choose from one of our 50,000 ready-to-learn lists.
  • Or if you see a word in the dictionary that you want to learn, just click "learn this word" and we'll teach it to you.

OR WE CHOOSE

Don't have a specific word or list in mind? Let our adaptive learning system find the right word for you.

  • Just play a few questions, and we'll pinpoint the words that are appropriate for your level.
  • We won't waste your time on words that are too easy or too hard.

YOU IMPROVE

Like a good coach, Vocabulary.com won’t give up on you. Whether you pick the words or let us find them for you, we’ll work with you until you've mastered them.

And even after you've achieved mastery, we'll continue to reinforce what you have learned to make sure that it all stays fresh in your memory. Next thing you know, you’ll be expanding your vocabulary and improving your communication, a key to success in school and business.

FINALLY, A DICTIONARY WITH A SOUL

Our dictionary was written for humans, by humans. Look up a word, and you’ll read a friendly explanation that you'll actually remember. It’s as if your favorite teacher were explaining it to you.

We include clever usage tips and thousands of real-world example sentences that'll show you how words live in the wild and will make you more confident about using them yourself.

See a word you’d like to know better? Tap "Learn this Word" and easily add it to your learning program.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

"Vocabulary.com is among the quickest, and most intelligent ways for students to improve their vocabulary. Regardless of education level or age, Vocabulary.com will help master the words that are essential to academic and business success." - National Education Association

“Educators who are familiar with Vocabulary.com are impressed by the technology. It is a sign, they say, that real progress is finally being made in computer-assisted education.” - The New York Times

“Vocabulary.com could actually make speaking well cool again.” - TIME

“Vocabulary.com boasts a Web-based dashboard bristling with points, levels, progress bars and achievement bonuses, among other attractions.” - USA Today

HONORS AND AWARDS

  • TIME’s 50 Best Websites of the Year
  • PC Magazine's Top 100 Websites of the Year
  • Tech & Learning Award of Excellence
  • Webby Awards: Official Honoree in Education

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Questions about Vocabulary.com

Is the app free?

It is free to download.

Does it include word lists for tests?

Yes. The listing mentions learnable lists for exams like the SAT, GRE, or TOEFL and says users can choose from 50,000 ready-to-learn lists.

How does it choose which words to teach?

Users can pick words or lists themselves, or let the adaptive system pick words for their level. It compares answers with those of other users to choose questions.

Is Vocabulary.com right for me?

Vocabulary.com is built for studying vocabulary for exams such as the SAT, GRE or TOEFL, learning new words looked up in the dictionary, practising words with a game-style quiz that adapts to your level. It sits in the word quiz list on AppTierList.

Is Vocabulary.com worth it?

Vocabulary.com is F tier, ranked #6 of 6 word quiz apps with a score of 40 out of 100, from a 4.3 App Store rating across 12,164 ratings. 5 apps rank above it in the same list.

How does Vocabulary.com compare to Learn English Vocabulary Pop Quiz?

Vocabulary.com is F tier at 40; Learn English Vocabulary Pop Quiz is F tier at 42. Learn English Vocabulary Pop Quiz ranks higher. Vocabulary.com is free, with no in-app purchases, Learn English Vocabulary Pop Quiz is free, with no in-app purchases.

How often is Vocabulary.com updated?

Vocabulary.com was last updated over a year ago, on 2021-09-22, which holds its tier down.

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Ranking

List
Word Quiz (F tier, #6)
Tier
F (Avoid)
Score
40 / 100
Rank in list
#6 of 6
Ranking certainty
early: few ratings or search ranks so far

Ratings

App Store rating
4.3 out of 5, every App Store country
Ratings
12,164

App

Price
Free download
App Store category
Education
Current version
(1869 days ago)
Size
29 MB
Requires
iOS 9.0 or later
Age rating
4+
Languages
1
Runs on
iPhone, iPad

Links

Developer pages
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Maker
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