Vocabulary.com claims to be the quickest, most intelligent way to improve your vocabulary. Their interactive site is accessible to any vocabulary or educational level. The website works with you to master words that are essential and range from any school level to business success.
The vocabulary tool now comes in the form of a free app for both iPhones and iPads (it’s not yet available for Android). After logging in, members can answer a few questions and watch as the site builds a model of your knowledge — the more you play, the more it knows. After that, it predicts vocabulary words that you might not know and teaches them to you. You learn not only definitions but also using words in the context of proper sentences, which can really enhance your vocabulary.
Additionally, there is a dictionary feature that allows you to search a vocabulary word. From there you can hear the pronunciation, see an example, find out more information and of course see the meaning. You can also see the word family and usage examples.
The third tool within the app offers pre-made vocabulary lists for specific lessons and works, which is ideal for a study guide or classroom. This ranges anywhere from “The Declaration of Independence” lists to Minecraft vocabulary, so there truly is something for everyone.
Students can utilize this tool for an exam covering topics in math, English, history, science and much more. This tool grows along with your knowledge and will increase your success. It will then move you forward.
As you transition from high school to college, the app goes right along with you. Check out the app today, over 120,000 questions await your answers!
Ali Sewalt is the editorial intern for NextStepU and is a junior at Nazareth College. You can reach her with questions and for advice at Alison@nextstepu.com.
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