New words added to oxford dictionary
The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) is a comprehensive dictionary that documents the English language, and it regularly updates its entries to reflect new words, senses, and meanings. Here are some recent additions to the OED:
2022 Additions
- Vaxxer (noun): a person who has been vaccinated against a particular disease.
- Infodemic (noun): a situation in which there is a large amount of information available about a particular topic, but much of it is unreliable or misleading.
- Zoom fatigue (noun): the feeling of physical and mental exhaustion caused by excessive video conferencing.
- Gigil (noun): a Filipino term that refers to the feeling of excitement or anticipation, often used to describe the thrill of waiting for something.
- Slay (verb): to excel or dominate at something, often used in a humorous or ironic way.
2021 Additions
- Climate anxiety (noun): a feeling of worry or concern about the impact of climate change.
- Digital nomad (noun): a person who works remotely and travels frequently, often to different countries.
- E-scooter (noun): a type of electric scooter used for transportation.
- Fintech (noun): financial technology, referring to the use of technology to improve financial services.
- Wellness warrior (noun): a person who prioritizes their physical and mental well-being.
2020 Additions
- Binge-watching (verb): to watch multiple episodes of a TV show in one sitting.
- Cryptocurrency (noun): a digital or virtual currency that uses cryptography for security.
- Deepfake (noun): a type of digital manipulation that creates fake videos or audio recordings.
- E-ink (noun): a type of electronic paper that mimics the appearance of ink on paper.
- Microaggression (noun): a comment or action that is perceived as offensive or demeaning, often unintentionally.
These are just a few examples of the many new words added to the OED in recent years. The dictionary is constantly evolving to reflect the changing language and culture of the English-speaking world.