Oxford's word of the year is 'brain rot'. What it means
Monday, 2 December 2024 () Oxford's word of the year for 2024 is 'brain rot', highlighting concerns over excessive social media use and low-quality content. With over 37,000 votes, it reflects fears of declining mental capacity from trivial online material. The term, originating in 1854, gained popularity among Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Other shortlisted terms included 'demure', 'dynamic pricing', and 'slop'.
The Oxford University Press word or phrase of the year is officially ‘brain rot.’ A rather telling "symptom of the time we're living in,” don’t you think? Buzz60’s Chloe Hurst has the story!
Oxford University Press selected 'brain rot' as the Word of the Year, reflecting concerns about mental decline from excessive consumption of low-quality online... IndiaTimes
Monday, 2 December 2024 ()
