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What are the trending words of 2025? Based on recent web searches for trending words in 2025, language is evolving quickly, influenced by social media, technology, culture, and global events. Dictionaries like Dictionary.com, Cambridge, and Oxford have highlighted new additions and popular terms. I'll summarize some key ones below, drawing from reliable sources. Keep in mind that trends can shift, and these are based on data up to mid-November 2025. Word of the Year (Dictionary.com) 67: Selected as the 2025 Word of the Year. It originated from the viral song "Doot Doot (6 7)" by rapper Skrilla and has surged in searches (up over sixfold since June 2025). It's often used as slang for something mysterious, cool, or iconic, especially in online memes and youth culture. New Words Added to Cambridge Dictionary in 2025 Cambridge added over 6,000 new words and meanings this year, many from Gen Z slang, internet trends, and tech. Here are 14 standout ones (with simplified meanings): Skibidi: Refers to a viral meme series featuring bizarre animations (e.g., a head in a toilet); now slang for something absurd or chaotic. Delulu: Short for "delusional," used to describe unrealistic beliefs or fantasies, often in a playful way (e.g., "You're delulu if you think that'll happen"). Broligarchy: A system or group dominated by "bros" (stereotypical masculine figures), like in tech or finance. Digital decay: The gradual loss of online data due to outdated formats or neglected storage. Fast tech: Quick-to-produce, low-cost gadgets that prioritize speed over durability. Chef's kiss: An expression of perfection (gesturing a kiss from fingertips), now a noun for something excellent. Brain rot: Mental fatigue from excessive low-quality online content. Boop: Playfully tapping someone (or a pet) on the nose; popularized on social media. Ick: A sudden feeling of disgust or repulsion. Side quest: A minor adventure or distraction from the main goal. Speedrun: Completing a task as quickly as possible (from gaming). Rizz: Charisma or charm, especially in flirting. Mewing: A facial exercise technique claimed to improve jawline (from online trends). Looksmaxxing: Efforts to maximize physical attractiveness through various means.

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