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Cambridge Dictionary Adds 6,000 New Words for 2025

8/20/2025

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  • In 2025, the Cambridge Dictionary added over 6,000 new words, including "skibidi," "tradwife," and "delulu."
  • Lexicographers assert these terms possess "staying power" beyond temporary trends.
  • "Tradwife" describes women who embrace traditional roles, while "delulu" refers to unrealistic beliefs.
  • The dictionary seeks to capture language evolution influenced by social media.