2018 new words

The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) has announced its annual list of new words that have been added to the dictionary in 2018. Here are some of the notable ones:

  1. Infodemic: A situation in which information available is excessive and overwhelming, making it difficult to discern what is true and what is not.
  2. Vape: To inhale and exhale the vapor of an electronic cigarette or similar device.
  3. Slay: To excel or dominate at something, often used to express admiration or approval.
  4. Ghost: A digital presence or persona that is created to interact with others online, often in a way that is intended to be humorous or ironic.
  5. Savage: A term used to describe someone who is being ruthless or brutally honest, often in a humorous or playful way.
  6. Tea-riffic: A playful combination of "tea" and "terrific," used to express enthusiasm or approval.
  7. Dad joke: A joke or pun that is cheesy and often corny, typically told by a father or someone who is trying to be humorous.
  8. Fam: Short for "family," used to refer to a close-knit group of friends or a sense of belonging.
  9. Lowkey/Highkey: Adverbs used to express a subtle or intense feeling about something, such as "I'm lowkey excited" or "I'm highkey annoyed."
  10. Simp: A term used to describe someone who is overly enthusiastic or obsessed with something, often in a humorous or ironic way.
  11. Stan: A term used to describe someone who is a die-hard fan of a particular celebrity, musician, or artist.
  12. Twerk: A dance move that involves shaking one's hips and buttocks in a rapid, rhythmic motion.
  13. Yaaas/Yikes: Interjections used to express strong approval or disapproval, often in a humorous or playful way.
  14. Zombie: A term used to describe someone who is apathetic or unresponsive, often in a humorous or ironic way.
  15. OK Boomer: A phrase used to express frustration or annoyance at someone who is perceived as out of touch or close-minded, often in response to a comment or opinion that is seen as outdated or irrelevant.

These are just a few examples of the many new words that have been added to the OED in 2018. The dictionary is constantly evolving to reflect changes in language and culture.