Dictionary API GET

Dictionary is a simple tool for getting word definitions. It returns the definition a word.

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Request
GETapi.apiverve.com/v1/dictionary
Verification
Format

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200 OK
{
  "status": "ok",
  "error": null,
  "data": {
    // Dictionary response payload
  }
}

About the Dictionary API

Dictionary works by querying a large dictionary database to retrieve the definition a word. It returns the word data in a structured format.

What people use it for

Language Learning
Use the Dictionary API to get word definitions for language learning. Use the data to explore word meanings, expand vocabulary, and improve language skills
Content Creation
Get word definitions by using the Dictionary API for content creation. Use the data to create meaningful content, enhance readability, and improve writing
Text Analysis
Analyze text by using the Dictionary API to get word definitions. Use the data to study language patterns, sentiment analysis, and text classification
Word Lookup
Look up words by using the Dictionary API to get word definitions. Use the data to find word meanings, explore synonyms, and expand language knowledge

Ways to call it

One endpoint, many ways in — REST with JSON, XML, YAML and CSV, plus GraphQL and an MCP interface for AI agents.

JSON
Default REST response
XML
Markup format
YAML
Human-readable
CSV
Tabular export
Beta
GraphQL
Query language
New
MCP
For AI agents

Other ways to use Dictionary

Same data, same APIVerve account, same credit balance — one key works on all of them.

Questions.

Common questions about the Dictionary API.

Read the docs
What does the Dictionary API do?
Dictionary is a simple tool for getting word definitions. It returns the definition a word.
How do I authenticate Dictionary API requests?
Pass your API key in the x-api-key header over HTTPS. One key works across all 300+ APIVerve APIs — there are no per-endpoint credentials.
How much does the Dictionary API cost?
Each call spends 2 credits from your shared pool. The free tier includes 200 credits every month, and paid plans add more headroom.
How fast is the Dictionary API?
Response time depends on the endpoint — the p50 through p99 latency for this API is published on this page. Requests are served over HTTPS through a global edge network.
What response formats does the Dictionary API support?
JSON by default, plus XML and YAML via the format parameter. GraphQL and an MCP interface for AI agents are available across the catalog.
What HTTP method does the Dictionary API use?
GET over HTTPS, following standard REST conventions with a consistent { status, error, data } response envelope.

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