Synonyms for

Dictionary

Verb / ˈdɪkʃʌˌneri: / Another word for dictionary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A book or electronic resource that lists the words of a language (typically in alphabetical order) and gives their meaning, or gives the equivalent words in a different language.

Synonyms & similar words

lexicon lexicon thesaurus wordbook glossary encyclopedia vocabulary wordfinder wordindex wordlist wordreference

Synonyms by register

Formal

lexicon glossary encyclopedia compendium

Informal

word list cheat sheet guidebook

Literary

word-hoard vocabulary store

Antonyms

chaos disorder randomness jumble mess hodgepodge

Common collocations

  • dictionary definition
  • dictionary entry
  • dictionary page
  • dictionary search
  • dictionary app
  • dictionary publisher
  • dictionary word
  • dictionary meaning

Word family

noun dictionary
verb dictionaryize

Usage note

While 'dictionary' is the standard term, 'lexicon' can sometimes be used in more formal or academic contexts, especially when referring to the vocabulary of a specific field or language.

Example sentences

  1. I use a dictionary to look up the meanings of words I don't know.
  2. My teacher told me to use a dictionary to help me with my spelling.
  3. A dictionary is a very useful tool for learning a new language.
  4. I keep a dictionary in my backpack so I can use it whenever I need it.
  5. My mom bought me a new dictionary for my birthday last year.

Quotes

  • The words in a dictionary are like the stars in the sky. There are so many of them and they are all different. - Erin McKean
  • A dictionary is a museum of words. - John Ciardi
  • A dictionary is the only place where success comes before work. - Mark Twain

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