Language is always changing. In 2022, 650 new English words were added to the Oxford English Dictionary – ranging from slang terms to professional titles and sports manoeuvers. As the world around us evolves, so too do the ways that we describe it and our experiences within it. And, with more people traveling the globe and working remotely, it’s no surprise that many of the new words in English are inspired by other languages.
Beyond impressing your friends with the latest phrases, staying up to date with new words is great to improve your English language skills. Understanding new words expands your vocabulary pool, helps you contextualize terms, and develops your confidence.
Below, we’ve collected some of the new English words you need to know in 2023. Try using them in your next English conversation and you may just find yourself teaching native English speakers a thing or two!
Words of the year
Did you know there’s an annual competition for English words? Dictionaries announce the word of the year based on factors like popularity, cultural significance, and the number of searches for a term. The word of the year changes depending on the dictionary. In 2022, these were the winners for three of the most popular ones.
Oxford Dictionary: Goblin mode
A goblin is a fictional creature from European folklore, known for being mischievous and messy. ‘Goblin mode’ is therefore a funny way to refer to someone who is being lazy and self-indulgent. The slang term was first used in 2019, but became widespread during the pandemic lockdown, when people were indoors for long periods of time and embraced being goblin-like.
Example: I’m in goblin mode, so I can’t come to meet you.
Cambridge Dictionary: Homer
‘Homer’ is short for ‘home run’, which is when a player scores a point in baseball by hitting the ball and running around all the bases before the ball is retrieved. ‘Homer’ was one of the most searched terms in the Cambridge Dictionary in 2022 after it was the winning word in the game Wordle. In one day, ‘Homer’ was searched 65,000 times.
Example: He hit 12 homers – a new record for the team.
Dictionary.com: Woman
Although one of the oldest words in English, the word ‘woman’ has been at the center of cultural conversations in 2022. High-profile events and debates have sparked conversations about the definition of ‘woman’, and in this year alone, searches for the word increased by 1,400%.
Example: Georgina identified as a woman.
New English words to learn in 2023
1. Copypasta
Data (including text) that has been copied and pasted online is known as ‘copypasta’. It can be lighthearted content that is spread for likes, or it can be a serious political message. ‘Copypasta’ was prominent in the pandemic, where people claimed it was used for misinformation around the virus and its treatment.
Example: The copypasta on Twitter is getting out of hand.
2. Trip stacking
A strategy used to make reservations for multiple separate vacations. ‘Trip stacking’ includes booking accommodation, restaurants, and activities for different locations in one go. The strategy became popular during the pandemic, when travel plans were heavily disrupted.
Example: We’re trip stacking for the summer break.
3. Place lag
The sensation of surprise and disorientation after you make a long plane journey and arrive in a new place. Similar to ‘jet lag’ but refers to an emotional feeling toward an unfamiliar location. Like ‘trip stacking’, ‘place lag’ became popular after pandemic lockdowns, when people’s perspective on travel and the world was dramatically altered.
Example: The place lag hit him hard when he stepped off the plane.
4. Deplatform
The act of taking away someone’s ability to spread a message on a large scale. To ‘deplatform’ is a figurative act, and typically refers to removing someone from a social media platform. ‘Deplatform’ is linked to cancel culture, and the responsibility of tech companies to police hate speech and misinformation.
Example: The website has taken action to deplatform the brand after recent events.
5. Shrinkflation
The reduction in size of goods over time but the price stays the same. Normally refers to food items but can apply to other purchases. ‘Shrinkflation’ results in a higher cost per unit for customers. Many people were concerned about ‘shrinkflation’ in the recession and economic uncertainty of 2022.
Example: Shrinkflation made it difficult for Tony to buy groceries for a big family on a budget.
6. At (don’t ‘at’ me)
The use of ‘at’ as a verb, particularly to argue with another person on social media or disagree with someone’s opinion. ‘At’ in this context stems from the @ sign, where people tag usernames to reply to content that they have shared.
Example: The band’s second album was disappointing. Don’t at me.
7. Churn rate
The number or percentage of employees that leave a company in a specified time frame. ‘Churn rate’ surged in popularity in 2022, when The Great Resignation happened, where millions of workers left their jobs. ‘Churn rate’ can also be applied to other contexts, such as a metric to measure the number of people who have stopped using a product or service.
Example: The company’s churn rate increased after it required employees to work from the office.
Read more about tech layoffs in 2022 and how you can future proof your career.
8. Greenwash
The verb to intentionally promote something as environmentally-friendly (or less environmentally damaging) than is true – typically to gain more customers or improve sentiment toward a brand. Many organizations were accused of ‘greenwashing’ in 2022, after new laws were introduced to encourage lower carbon emissions.
Example: We’ll greenwash the public if we don’t include all operation numbers in the report.
9. Level up
To advance or improve. ‘Level up’ originates from games, where users unlock new levels as they progress. Normally refers to a person or a particular skill.
Example: I want to level up my wardrobe with some new clothes.
10. Hard pass
To firmly say ‘no’ to something or reject an offer. ‘Pass’ is a less strong, and more polite, version of ‘hard pass’, which is better suited to informal settings. The term gained popularity in the pandemic, when people were more likely to turn down suggestions to socialize (especially if they were in ‘goblin mode’).
Example: They want to go to the city center on a Saturday? Hard pass from me.
These are just a sample of the hundreds of new words in English this year. For a more extensive list of new words in 2023, take a look at the Oxford Dictionary, Collins Dictionary, Cambridge Dictionary, and Merriam-Webster Dictionary blogs.
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The English language is very much alive and growing, with more new words added to the dictionary every year. Today, we’re going to learn 25 brand-new English words that native speakers use all the time.
But before we get to that list, you may be wondering where new English words come from, and some quick tips to master them in the shortest time possible.
Contents
- Where Do New Words Come From?
- The Quickest Ways to Master New English Vocabulary
- Trendy English Words Worth Learning in 2022
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- 1. To Chillax
- 2. Whatevs
- 3. Freegan
- 4. Hellacious
- 5. Awesomesauce
- 6. Cringe
- 7. Stan / To Stan
- 8. Sober-curious
- 9. B-day
- 10. Beardo
- 11. Sriracha
- 12. Ghost
- 13. EVOO
- 14. Manspread
- 15. Facepalm
- 16. Froyo
- 17. Hangry
- 18. Photobomb
- 19. Binge Watch
- 20. Fitspiration
- 21. Mansplain
- 22. Glamping
- 23. Side-eye
- 24. Fast Fashion
- 25. Staycation
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Where Do New Words Come From?
Every year, hundreds of new words are added to the English dictionary. Of course, not all new words make it into the dictionary. The ones that do are those that have been used frequently in a wide range of contexts and are found to be useful to English communication.
New English words may come from foreign words that have been adapted into the English language over time. For instance, if you love spicy food, you’ll be pleased to know that the word sriracha (a spicy chili and garlic sauce invented in Thailand) has been added to the dictionary.
Some new words are actually old words that have been given new or additional meanings. For example, ghost is no longer a word you only use around Halloween time, to refer to a spirit. It now has an additional meaning, which we’ll show you in our list below.
New slang words aren’t just old words used in new ways. New words may also be formed from the blending or shortening of certain words or phrases. For instance, a key ingredient in Italian cuisine is extra virgin olive oil—it’s a real tongue twister, but thankfully, it’s now been shortened to simply EVOO as you’ll see soon.
Or you can learn more about this right now, if you want a learn 12 of the twenty-five trendy words below via video.
The Quickest Ways to Master New English Vocabulary
- Make your own personal dictionary: One of the most effective ways to master English vocabulary is to create your own dictionary of words that are most important or difficult for you. Write down a list of new words you wish to learn and make notes about their meanings and usages.
Mastering new vocabulary takes time and practice, so be sure to keep your personal dictionary with you to reference and refresh your memory whenever you need to. This will help prevent you from forgetting words easily.
- Watch authentic English-language media. Watching, reading, or listening to authentic English-language content is a fantastic way to learn the words and phrases native speakers use every day in context.
Thankfully, there are many platforms with subtitled videos for you to choose from. FluentU, for example, is a language learning app and website based on authentic English-language videos. Each video has interactive subtitles that you can click on for example sentences, pronunciation, and more, which could help you expand your vocabulary and learn words in context.
- Talk to people: Another way to master new vocabulary is to use the words in real English conversations. The more you repeat the word, the more fluent you’ll become at using it. By talking to native English speakers, you’ll also pick up new vocabulary from them. Now that’s a bonus!
Here are some great tips to find English speaking partners no matter where you currently live.
Trendy English Words Worth Learning in 2022
1. To Chillax
If you blend (mix) the words chill (relaxed) and relax, you get the verb to chillax.
This word has become more and more common on the internet over the past couple of years, and it simply means to relax, to become calm or to take it easy.
Although people use it almost with the same meaning as to relax, I find chillax has more of a sarcastic meaning, as in “wow, calm down, this isn’t so serious, you’re overreacting.”
No matter the meaning it can have for different people, remember that this word is used in slang, so don’t go telling your boss or your teacher to chillax!
Hey man, just chillax! It’s just a horror movie, not the end of the world!
2. Whatevs
Whatevs is an informal word that means whatever.
I’ve normally seen it used in sentences in which the speaker wants to express irony and show they don’t care about what’s happening or being said.
You’ll normally see whatevs as a standalone interjection or at the end of sentences:
“I don’t love you anymore.”
“Whatevs… Bye!”
She didn’t give me the lipstick back, but whatevs.
3. Freegan
Freegans and freeganism have been popular for years, but it’s only recently that we’ve gotten a word to describe who and what they are.
Simply put, a freegan is a person who tries to buy a little as possible, uses discarded things and/or (especially) food, and recycles everything they can. They’re environmentally conscious and friendly, and they do their best to reduce waste.
Although this is a positive thing for the Earth, some people take it to the extreme. It’s because of this that the words freegan and freeganism are normally surrounded by negative connotations (associations, suggestions).
He became a freegan five years ago and hasn’t bought food ever since.
4. Hellacious
This word is a mix of the word hell and the suffix -cious, which is quite common in English (delicious, conscious, audacious, tenacious, etc.).
Hellacious can have different meanings, but it is normally used as an adjective meaning astonishing, remarkable or very difficult.
This word is obviously slang, so use it only in the appropriate contexts!
He got a hellacious amount of hate from his last post.
They got a hellacious time trying to leave the country in one piece.
5. Awesomesauce
Put together the words awesome and sauce and you will get awesomesauce, which basically has the same meaning as awesome with a pinch of even more awesomeness.
This slang word can be used in any informal situation, and it works like a normal adjective:
I’m reading an awesomesauce book about the influence of slang words in the English language. How am I doing?
6. Cringe
Have you ever heard someone say something so embarrassing you even felt sorry for them?
Have you been present in a situation where someone was acting so awkwardly (strangely, embarrassingly, gracelessly) that you wished you were not there?
If so, then you were cringing big time!
To cringe means to feel embarrassed and ashamed about what someone is doing or saying. You can even cringe at yourself, but let’s be honest here, we normally cringe at other people.
His mum was dancing with his best friend and he couldn’t help but cringe.
I cringe every time I read her lovey-dovey comments.
In more recent times, you can even use cringe instead of the adjective cringy to describe something that makes you cringe:
That outfit is so cringe.
7. Stan / To Stan
Stan can be used as a noun to describe a person and as a verb to describe an action.
A stan is a person who idolizes, loves to the point of obsession or is an overzealous (very devoted and loyal) celebrity fan.
To stan means to idolize, love obsessively or be an overzealous fan of a celebrity.
The slang word comes from the 2000 Eminem song titled “Stan,” which is about an obsessive fan whose love for a celebrity… well, let’s just say that it doesn’t end well.
Recently, this word has become much more common, and it can now be used in any context or situation where you want to say you love someone or something.
OMG (Oh My God)! I stan those clothes, Jenni!
I stan Katy. She’s my role model.
Sometimes, you might even see someone (usually online) say “we stan,” showing collective support (that is, support from everyone in the community).
8. Sober-curious
This word is wonderful in a terrible sort of way. You could even say it makes you cringe.
Sober-curious can be used to describe a person who questions their drinking habits or wants to try to change them because of health or mental reasons.
I’ve only seen it used in very specific contexts and always related to drinking habits and alcoholism, so hopefully, you won’t have to use it very often.
He’s sober-curious and wants to try to not drink for one week.
9. B-day
B-day is just an informal shortened version of the word birthday. You can see it written on social media quite a lot, especially when wishing someone a happy birthday:
Happy b-day, John! Hope you have an awesome one!
The way to pronounce this word is BEE-dey.
10. Beardo
A beardo is a person with a beard. Simple.
However, as often happens with other words like weirdo (an odd or eccentric person) it can have a pejorative (negative and unkind) meaning, especially if you put those two words together: weirdo beardo.
A weirdo beardo is a person with a beard who doesn’t have the best hygiene habits and is socially odd and awkward:
That weirdo beardo really needs a haircut!
11. Sriracha
If you love spicy food, you’ve probably heard of sriracha. It’s a Thai-inspired sauce made from a blend of hot chili peppers, garlic and spices that’s commonly used in cooking or as a dipping sauce.
Sriracha really adds a kick to your hamburger, but be sure you have a glass of water nearby!
12. Ghost
The meaning of the word ghost (when used as a noun) that most of us are familiar with is the spirit of a dead person, like the kind we often see appearing and disappearing in movies. Now the word ghost has a new, informal meaning that has to do with disappearing.
Used as a verb, to ghost means to suddenly cut off contact completely with someone (usually a romantic partner) by not answering their phone calls and text messages.
You’ll often hear it used in the past tense (ghosted)… since you don’t know you’ve been ghosted until it’s too late!
I haven’t heard from her in more than a week. She totally ghosted me.
13. EVOO
Try saying “extra virgin olive oil” a few times. This is a type of high-quality oil that makes Italian food so very delicious, and it’s quite a mouthful to say, isn’t it?
But no worries, now we can shorten it to EVOO with the first letters of those words. Ah there, isn’t that easier to say?
Remember to grab a bottle of EVOO on your way home. I’m making pasta tonight.
14. Manspread
Ever notice how some men sit with their legs so wide apart in public places that they take up more than one seat?
This behavior, commonly observed on public transportation such as trains and buses and in public waiting areas, is known as manspreading (man + spreading).
Wouldn’t it be nice if people would be more considerate about manspreading during busy times of the day?
15. Facepalm
Facepalm (you’ll also see it spelled as two words: face and palm) is a new word that describes the act of covering your face with your hand when you’re in difficult or uncomfortable situations. It’s a pretty natural thing to do when we’re feeling embarrassed, frustrated or very disappointed.
He had to facepalm when his boss pointed out typos in his report after he’d checked it three times.
16. Froyo
Here’s another new word that has to do with food: froyo. That’s right, it’s not hard to figure out that froyo is short for frozen yogurt, a cold dessert that’s similar to ice cream and a bit healthier.
On a hot day, you can call me up for a froyo any time.
17. Hangry
Have you ever been hangry? I know I have. Hangry (hungry + angry) is when you’re in a bad mood and feeling frustrated because you need to eat right now.
I haven’t eaten anything since breakfast. I’m hangry and you’re not going to like me very much.
18. Photobomb
Remember the time you posed for that perfect photo (or so you thought!) only to find that someone spoiled it by appearing in view when the photo was taken?
That’s a photobomb. The unintended person is a photobomber. They could be either a random stranger just walking by, or a prankster deliberately photobombing you.
You wouldn’t believe how hard it was to avoid photobombs when we were taking pictures at the beach.
19. Binge Watch
To binge watch is to watch many episodes of a TV series one after another without stopping. The word binge by itself means to overdo something.
I spent the whole weekend binge watching the TV series “Billions” with my roommate.
20. Fitspiration
Every end of the year, we take time out to plan our goals for the new year. What can we do? Eat healthier? Work out more? Get more fit? Yes, but we need inspiration!
So we look around and, yes, we have a new word for that.
Fitspiration (fitness + inspiration) refers to the people, pictures and social media posts that inspire us to keep pushing ourselves and staying committed to our fitness goals.
I was pretty impressed that my co-worker had stuck a picture of Chris Hemsworth on his office wall for fitspiration.
21. Mansplain
Similar to manspreading, the word mansplain (man + explain) refers to how some men explain things to a woman in a condescending (superior-seeming) way that sounds like he’s either better than her or he knows more than her.
Whenever he starts mansplaining, all the women in the room roll their eyes and stop paying attention.
22. Glamping
Those who don’t fancy camping in the outdoors with no proper facilities like toilets, etc. will be happy to know that there’s now a thing called glamping.
Glamping (glamorous + camping) refers to camping that comes with all of the modern facilities that you can think of like nice bathrooms, etc.
No, I won’t go camping with you. But if it’s glamping, I’m in.
23. Side-eye
Have you ever given someone a disapproving look with sideways glances of your eyes? This is called giving someone the side-eye to show you’re annoyed and don’t approve of them or their behavior.
I had good reason to give him the side-eye. He just kept yawning in front of me with his mouth open.
24. Fast Fashion
In the ever-changing world of fashion, the term fast fashion refers to the concept of big-name designers and manufacturers such as H&M, Esprit and Levi’s introducing the latest fashion trends to stores at affordable prices.
It seems she’s on a tight budget and can’t afford anything but fast fashion.
25. Staycation
Ever taken vacation days from work and have nowhere to go? Well, if you have no travel plans, then spend your vacation at home and have a staycation (stay + vacation).
I go see the world every chance I get. So everyone was surprised that I’m having a staycation this holiday.
So there you go, a list of exciting new words in English for you to start using today. Challenge yourself to master them all as quickly as possible. Remember, practice makes perfect. Happy practicing!
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10 trending English words of 2022 with meaning
By India Today Web Desk: Every year, new English words are being added to the Oxford Dictonary based on popular culture, social and political issues, and innovations in technology from around the world. And, with time, we need to advance our vocabulary too.
So, here we bring you 10 trending and new English words that made it to the dictionary in 2022!
1. FINFLUENCER
Meaning: A specific type of influencer who focuses on money-related topics.
Example: ‘How are TikTok finfluencers shaping the future of investing?’
2. NOMOPHOBIA
Meaning: Fear or worry at the idea of being without your mobile phone or being unable to use it.
Example: ‘Many people suffering from nomophobia never switch off their mobile phones.’
3. SHARENT
Meaning: A parent who regularly uses social media to communicate a lot of detailed information about their child.
This word is made up of two words — ‘Share’ and ‘Parent’.
Example: ‘If you take that eager excitement of potty-training your kids and talk about it online, you are now a sharent.‘
4. FITSPIRATION
Meaning: A person or thing that serves as motivation for someone to sustain or improve health and fitness.
This word is made up of two words — ‘Fitness’ and ‘Inspiration’.
Example: ‘The YouTube videos of this model are the perfect fitspiration for anyone wanting to tone up their bodies!’
5. STAN
Meaning: An overzealous or obsessive fan of a particular celebrity.
This word is made up of two words — ‘Stalker’ and ‘Fan’.
Example: ‘Y’all know I stan for Katy Perry, so I was excited to see the artwork for her upcoming album.’
6. AWESOMESAUCE
Meaning: Extremely good; excellent.
Example: ‘Ritesh had an awesomesauce experience in Dubai.’
7. LOW-KEY
Meaning: Used as an adjective to describe something that you might not want others to explicitly know.
Example: ‘I am low-key happy that the class was cancelled.’
8. SITUATIONSHIP
Meaning: When a relationship can be described as more than friends but less than a couple.
A situationship is a romantic relationship that’s undefined or uncommitted. It may be based on convenience or short-term circumstances.
Example: ‘I’m trying to turn our situationship into something more serious.’
9. METAVERSE
Meaning: A virtual reality space in which users can interact with a computer-generated environment and other users.
Essentially, it offers the chance for you to ‘live’ within a digital universe. You’ll be able to play, learn, shop, game and more, all from the comfort of your own home.
Example: ‘I spent a few hours hanging out with friends in the metaverse on Sunday’.
10: HANGRY
Meaning: Bad-tempered or irritable as a result of hunger.
Example: ‘I was hangry yesterday when Dominoes was closed.’
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A new year is a perfect opportunity to focus on your language goals. Maybe you are working towards an official exam. Perhaps this is the year you are going to spend summer abroad in an English language speaking country. 2023 might be the year you finally have the courage to stand up and sing your favourite song in English at the local open mic night! Why not give yourself a head start and begin incorporating these new English words into your vocabulary?
Last year we brought you 8 new English words you need for 2022. Now, we are introducing you to 7 of the new words which people are using in their day-to-day conversations.
Carry on reading to discover 7 new English words and how you can use them in 2023.
1. Side hustle
Definition: Are you trying to scrimp and save for your holiday but you still haven’t got enough money? Perhaps you need a side hustle.
A side hustle is the term we use for a way to earn extra money on top of your regular income.
How do you use it?
I wasn’t earning enough money in my full-time job, so I started a side hustle making and selling crafts.
2. Sentient
Definition: To be sentient means to be conscious, to be able to sense, to be alive. So, hang on a minute … this is definitely not a new concept!
With the rise of A.I. (artificial intelligence) and the growing interest in making bots as human-like as possible, there is constant conversation about the distinction between a bot and a human. This quality is being sentient. Expect this to be a controversial topic!
How do you use it?
Wow! This new chatbot seems so realistic. It has an answer for everything. It is almost sentient!
3. Permacrisis
Definition: Do you ever feel like nothing is going your way? Like things are going from bad to worse? Perhaps you are in a state of permacrisis.
Permacrisis is a term used to describe permanently being in a crisis. As you can probably see, we form it from the words permanent and crisis. When we add two words together to make a new one, this is called a ‘portmanteau’.
Permacrisis has been used to describe the ongoing series of global events which have had a negative effect on people.
How do you use it?
I thought everything would improve after the pandemic finished, but the effect it had on the economy and job market put us in a permacrisis. When will things get better?
4. Sportswashing
Definition: This media term came into the public eye this year. We use it to describe the promotion of sporting events in order to take the attention away from something else.
Another example of a portmanteau, this time from sports and brainwashing. Sportswashing is when someone, for example, a newspaper, tries to deflect attention from something negative by focusing on a big sports event.
Sportwashing was on everyone’s lips in the buildup to the World Cup in Qatar. In this case, some of the controversy behind the tournament was pushed to the back of everyone’s minds as soon as the first game kicked off.
How do you use it?
The public soon forgot about their anger towards their president when he posed for a photo with the national team before the big match. They were all victims of sportswashing.
5. Jabbed/Vaxxed
Definition: In a world so affected by the global pandemic, it was inevitable that words connected to it would come into our everyday lives.
To be jabbed/vaxxed means to have received a vaccination. Although it is not a new word, it has become such a necessary part of life. We often use it with prefixes like double-, triple- and fully-.
How do you use it?
I had to prove I was double-jabbed in order to travel. Luckily, I’d had two vaccinations.
6. Gaslighting
Definition: Have you ever felt like someone isn’t being totally clear with you? Perhaps you’ve felt like someone might be lying to you in order to take advantage of you or a situation. Maybe you’ve experienced gaslighting.
Gaslighting is a term used to describe psychological exploitation used on someone over a long period of time. This can lead to the person feeling confused, losing their self-esteem and even questioning their own sanity!
Gaslighting is often linked to psychological abuse, with the victim experiencing terrible long-term emotional damage. In a world where we are constantly searching for the truth, be very careful if you feel gaslighting may be happening.
How do you use it?
The therapist made him feel like he was going insane, just to make him continue paying for sessions. Absolute gaslighting!
7. Cringe
Definition: Oh no! Have you ever felt so embarrassed that you wanted to disappear? That moment was probably cringe.
We have used cringe as a verb for a long time. It describes the face you make when something is incredibly embarrassing. However, recently the adjective cringeworthy has been shortened to cringe.
How do you use it?
Did you see her dad trying to dance like a teenager? Oh my god, it was absolutely cringe!
We hope you achieve all your goals in 2023. Remember, the best way to remember new vocabulary is with personal examples, and the best way to incorporate new vocabulary is to try and include it in your speaking and writing. Your teacher will always be available to help you. Practice makes perfect!
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Glossary for Language Learners
Find the following words in the article and then write down any new ones you didn’t know.
courage (n): bravery.
head start (n): advantage over others.
scrimp (v): to spend as little money as possible.
income (n): the money you receive, usually from a job.
ongoing (adj): continuous.
brainwash (v): make someone believe something is true by repeatedly telling them something, and not allowing other information to get to them.
deflect (v): change the course of something.
buildup (n): an increase or accumulation of something, usually before an event.
kick off (pv): to start or resume a football match.
take advantage of (id): make something from a situation, can be both positive and negative.
Key
adj = adjective
n = noun
pv = phrasal verb
v = verb
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What are the 10 new words?
10 new English words you should know in 2020
- Stan. Meaning: An extremely excessively enthusiastic and devoted fan (stalker-fan).
- Nomophobia. Meaning: Fear or worry at the idea of being without your phone or unable to use it.
- Peoplekind. …
- Bottle episode. …
- Carbon sink. …
- Buzzy. …
- Sober-curious. …
- Permaculture.
today Add to list Share. Use today to mean this day, right now—not yesterday, and not tomorrow. … Before the 16th century, today was two separate words, to day, and then for another three hundred years or so, it was hyphenated: to-day. But today, we simply use today.
What are the five new words?
New Words Added to English Dictionaries
- automagically adv. Automatically in a way that seems magical.
- bargainous adj. Costing less than expected.
- big media n. Primary mass communication sources, e.g., TV and the press.
- bromance n. …
- buzzkill n. …
- carbon credit n. …
- carbon offsetting n. …
- catastrophize v.
Is there a word todays?
(rare) Plural form of today.
What is current word for cool?
Dope – Cool or awesome. GOAT – “Greatest of All Time” Gucci – Good, cool, or going well. Lit – Amazing, cool, or exciting.
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What are 5 interesting words?
Let’s see which of these craziest words you already know and which ones are new to you:
- Bumfuzzle. This is a simple term that refers to being confused, perplexed, or flustered or to cause confusion. …
- Cattywampus. …
- Gardyloo. …
- Taradiddle. …
- Snickersnee. …
- Widdershins. …
- Collywobbles. …
- Gubbins.
What is a word of God?
Word of God – a manifestation of the mind and will of God. manifestation – a clear appearance, “a manifestation of great emotion” 2. Word of God – the sacred writings of the Christian religions, “he went to carry the Word to the heathen” Christian Bible, Good Book, Holy Scripture, Holy Writ, Scripture, Bible, Book, …
What are the new words?
List of 100 New English Words and Meanings
| New English Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| awe-inspiringly | So impressively, spectacularly, or formidably as to arouse or inspire awe. |
| awesomesauce | Extremely good, excellent. |
| awfulize | To class as awful or terrible |
| awfy | Terrible, dreadful, remarkable or notable. |
What word class is today?
Despite the confusion created by the various categorizations in multiple dictionaries, the words yesterday, today, and tomorrow are nouns.
What are the modern words?
25 Trendy New Words in English That Native Speakers Use All the…
- To Chillax. If you blend (mix) the words chill (relaxed) and relax, you get the verb to chillax. …
- Whatevs. Whatevs is an informal word that means whatever. …
- Freegan. …
- Hellacious. …
- Awesomesauce. …
- Cringe. …
- Stan / To Stan. …
- Sober-curious.
What is the newest Word 2020?
5 new words you shouldn’t miss in 2020
- Climate Emergency. Let’s begin our list with The Oxford Dictionary Word of The Year – climate emergency. …
- Permaculture. Permaculture is an old word that’s recently become more popular. …
- Freegan. A freegan is also a portmanteau that combines the words free and vegan. …
- Hothouse. …
- Hellacious.
What are cool words?
60+ of the Coolest, Most Epic Words in the English Language
| #1–15 | #16–30 | #31–45 |
|---|---|---|
| 3. Bizarre | 18. Flippant | 33. Onomatopoeia |
| 4. Blasphemy | 19. Gerrymandering | 34. Persnickety |
| 5. Bumblebee | 20. Hyperbolic | 35. Phosphorous |
| 6. Capricious | 21. Hypnosis | 36. Picturesque |
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