WordWeb - call up a
dictionary from almost any programGuest review from Brett:
WordWeb and it is a stand-alone dictionary and thesaurus.
The program sits in the System Tray and you can call it up from
just about any program you may be using including your browser. To check a
word, you simply highlight it and click the tray icon or use a keyboard
shortcut. The WordWeb dialog appears and presents you with a definition of
the word as well as a list of synonyms. If the word is spelled
incorrectly, it will present an alternative where possible as well as a
list of like words for you to choose from. You can substitute the word
with one from the list by using the "replace" button.
You can also enter a word directly into the search field and have
the search function present you with a definition, synonyms, antonyms and
more.
This software is excellent if you are working in text editors,
email clients, html editors or other programs that might not have access
to the powerful grammar and spelling functionality of software like MS
Word. It also very handy for checking the meanings of words you may
encounter while browsing the Internet.
The program is compatible with Win 95, 98, NT, 2000 and
XP.
Quote from the website -
WordWeb is a cut-down version of the WordWeb Pro that is free for
personal use. It includes a comprehensive English thesaurus and
dictionary, and can be used to look up words from within most programs.
Features of the free version include:
Definitions and synonyms
Proper nouns
Related words
Pronunciations 140 000 root words
115 000 synonym sets
Look up words in almost any program
Proper nouns
Related words
Pronunciations 140 000 root words
115 000 synonym sets
Look up words in almost any program
Millions of people from all over the world use this top-rated
software.
The Pro version also has about 7000 more entries, plus word
finding, anagram, editing, vocabulary-building and customization
features.