Writers' Reference Guide: Where to Research Words Online, Not Webster's Dictionary

Anyone who loves words, writing, or creativity will enjoy these online web resources for wordsmiths.

These online references include social dictionaries, fast dictionaries, word histories, and social word lists. Have fun with words, it's good, clean fun!

Where to Find Information about Words Online, Going Beyond Webster's Dictionary

Word Source
Web Site Address: http://word.sc

Word Source is a marriage of an online dictionary and social networking, it is called a "social dictionary."

Look up definitions, vote on words, and play games. Word Source is a refreshing change from other online dictionaries.

Wordie
Web Site Address: http://wordie.org

Wordie is a dream come true for anyone who loves words as much as foodies love food.

Writers and other wordies who already keep lists of their favorite words now have a place to keep and share their word lists. Browse the front page or select "Random word" to discover new and wonderful words.

Wordie has a social aspect, as well. See who else has the same words that you do. This is a great web site for anyone who gets excited about words.

Ninjawords
Web Site Address: http://www.ninjawords.com

Ninjawords is not so much a social dictionary as it is a fast dictionary. This is the fastest online dictionary I have ever used. No waiting for advertisements, or otherpromotions. Ninjawords gives you a very quick definition, and even enables searches from the address bar. Very cool.

Hyperdictionary
Web Site Address: http://www.hyperdictionary.com

Hyperdictionary is an all-purpose dictionary. Look up words in different kinds of dictionaries including English, Computer, Dream, and Medical. There is also a Thesaurus.

Hyperdictionary is ad-free, useful and quick.

Online Etymology Dictionary
Web Site Address: http://www.etymonline.com

The Online Etymology Dictionary is a rich resources for learning about the history of words, and how they have changed over the years. A true wordsmith could spend hours browsing the histories of their favorite words and their usage over time.

The Word Detective
Web Site Address: http://www.word-detective.com

The Word Detective is a fun, informative collection of writings about words.