Define reacted-to Discord words
Let a simple reaction request a definition without another message or context switch.
Trigger
Message Reaction Added
Triggered when a reaction (emoji) is added to a message in a monitored Discord channel.
Action
Get Word Definition V2
Tool to retrieve definitions, phonetics, origin, and meanings of a given word using freedictionaryapi v2. use when you need comprehensive lexical data for a specific word.
Why this helps
People notice an unfamiliar word but forget to ask for help before the conversation moves on.
- Make lookup requests lightweight
- Capture questions without extra typing
- Keep explanations near the source message
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Discord and Dictionary API in Notis once.
- 2Create an automation named Define a reacted-to word.
- 3Tell Notis to inspect the reacted message, extract its target word and return a concise definition.
- 4Pick Message Reaction Added and choose a report channel.
- 5Test it by reacting to a message that contains a word.
Questions about this workflow
Which reaction should trigger it?
Specify the emoji or reaction convention in your automation prompt.
What if the message has several words?
Tell Notis to use the explicitly marked or most contextually relevant word.
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Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Discord to Dictionary api. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Discord triggers
Dictionary api actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Get Word Definition V2
Tool to retrieve definitions, phonetics, origin, and meanings of a given word using freedictionaryapi v2. use when you need comprehensive lexical data for a specific word.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
New Discord Message Trigger
Polls a specific Discord channel for new messages.
New Member Joined
Triggered when a new member joins a Discord server (guild) you manage.
Message Reaction Added
Triggered when a reaction (emoji) is added to a message in a monitored Discord channel.
New Thread Created
Triggered when a new thread is created in a Discord channel within a monitored server.
Message Edited
Triggered when an existing message in a monitored Discord channel is edited.
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Discord and Dictionary api, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
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