Merriam-Webster Dictionary Expands Lexicon with Gen Z-Influenced Words

Springfield (US): Merriam-Webster Dictionary has expanded its lexicon by incorporating 690 new words, many of which have been influenced by Gen Z. The renowned dictionary unveiled these additions in a recent announcement.

Gen Z-Influenced Words

Some of the most notable additions include “thirst trap,” “chef’s kiss,” “‘grammable,” and “beast mode.” These words reflect the evolving language trends of Gen Z, who are often early adopters of new vocabulary.

Slang Terms

Other popular slang terms included in the update are “doggo,” “rizz,” “goated,” “bussin,” and “simp.” These words have gained widespread usage over time, and their inclusion in the dictionary reflects their growing acceptance in mainstream language.

Social Media Jargon

The dictionary also welcomed social media jargon such as “‘grammable” and “finsta.” “‘Grammable” refers to content that is suitable for posting on Instagram, while “finsta” is a secret or incognito Instagram account.

Other New Words

Beyond slang and social media, the dictionary added words like “UAP” (unidentified aerial phenomenon), “jorts” (shorts made of denim or jeans), and popular abbreviations like TFW (“that feeling when”), ngl (“not gonna lie”), and TTYL (“talk to you later”).