Designed for the way you use your Mac

Reading a paper, drafting a report, or studying online can expose you to unfamiliar vocabulary. ClearWords provides a focused place to check a word without navigating a dense reference entry.

serendipity
happy accident
contemplate
think carefully
concise
short and clear

When a full dictionary is more than you need

Comprehensive dictionaries contain valuable detail, but their definitions can introduce more unfamiliar language. ClearWords focuses on the first question most people have: what does this word mean in simpler English?

Useful across reading, study, and work

The app suits readers checking a novel, students working through course material, writers reviewing vocabulary, and professionals reading specialized documents.

  • Clear explanations
  • A focused macOS experience
  • Useful everyday examples