What is inContext?
inContext is an innovative AI-powered dictionary browser extension designed specifically for language learners. It generates personalized, easy-to-understand definitions based on the user’s current language proficiency and the specific context in which the selected word appears. Learning a new language has never been easier: highlight any unfamiliar word on a webpage, and inContext instantly presents a tailored definition right within your browser. All previously looked-up definitions are automatically saved in the sidebar, making it easy to revisit and review them anytime—helping turn passive exposure into active mastery of language knowledge.
Key features
Highlight to Look Up: Highlight any word on any webpage, and inContext seamlessly integrates into your reading flow, instantly displaying its definition.
Context-Driven Definitions: The tool automatically analyzes the word’s specific usage and surrounding context within the current sentence, providing more accurate and relevant explanations—avoiding generic definitions that lack contextual relevance.
Use cases and audience
Language learners, especially those who need to efficiently comprehend vocabulary while reading real-world web content.
- Language learners can instantly access contextually appropriate word definitions while reading web pages.
- Customize definitions according to your personal language proficiency, avoiding unfamiliar words in the explanations.
- Review previously looked-up vocabulary and its original context to reinforce your language knowledge.
The words highlighted by the user, along with the surrounding text from the webpage where they appear.
Personalized vocabulary definitions generated based on context and the user’s language level, plus a history of lookups that can be reviewed at any time.
Frequently asked questions
Does inContext store my search history?
Yes, all word lookup records and their corresponding contexts are saved and can be reviewed at any time in the sidebar.
Does this tool sell my data to third parties?
No, the developer states that data is not sold to third parties and is not used for purposes unrelated to core functionality.
How to use
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Install the inContext extension in the Chrome browser.
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While browsing any webpage, highlight unfamiliar words with your mouse.
- 03
View a pop-up personalized definition based on context and your language level.
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Access a sidebar to review all previously looked-up words along with their corresponding contexts at any time.
Pricing and availability
In-app purchase options are available, but the original text does not specify the exact price, free quota, word/character limits, subscription period (monthly/annual), currency, or scope of commercial licensing.
- Pricing source
- https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/incontext/mmcbllbfhfomkoofddninbabpjcdildj
- Pricing last updated
- 2026-10-29
Prices and limits may change. Check the official website for current terms.
Official website & sources
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Updated on 2026-10-29
