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Merriam-Webster
Merriam-Webster, Inc. · Free · Reference · 4.8 (328,937 ratings)
What it does
The dictionary and thesaurus, offline, plus a word of the day. From 6 apps for studying on an iPad.
The developer describes it as: “Get America's most useful and respected dictionary, optimized for your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.”
Alternatives to Merriam-Webster
The closest alternatives to Merriam-Webster are Notability, Focus Train, Quizlet, Photomath and 3Things Pal — 5 apps from the list Merriam-Webster appears on, “6 apps for studying on an iPad”, each answering the same moment a different way.
NotabilityHandwrite notes, mark up PDFs and slides, and record the lecture.
Focus TrainA study session becomes a train ride; look away and it just waits.
QuizletTurns any material into flashcards, practice tests and study guides.
PhotomathScan a math problem and get the steps, explained one at a time.
3Things PalPick the three things to get done today; the list clears every night.
Price and ratings
| App | Price | App Store rating | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merriam-Webster | Free | 4.8 (328,937) | Reference |
| Notability | Free | 4.8 (457,503) | Productivity |
| Focus Train | Free | 5.0 (5) | Productivity |
| Quizlet | Free | 4.8 (1,126,798) | Education |
| Photomath | Free | 4.8 (733,144) | Education |
| 3Things Pal | Free | 4.9 (9) | Productivity |
Merriam-Webster and its alternatives, as the App Store listed them on 2026-10-06.
Merriam-Webster is free to download from the iOS App Store and holds 4.8 out of 5 from 328,937 ratings, checked on 2026-10-06. Prices and ratings go stale; the App Store is the live source. It is listed there as “Merriam-Webster Dictionary”.
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