Oxford University Press has named "rage bait'' as its word of the year, capturing the internet zeitgeist of 2025.

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Scientists reveal why certain word sounds feel pleasant and stick in memory, uncovering a deep link between phonemes, beauty, ...

The latest OED update shows how quickly language changes as new cultures, online trends and everyday expressions enter global ...

Before a thought becomes fully formed — before a movement finds its shape or an idea gains its edges —it exists in a hazy, ...

The theft of France’s crown jewels from the Louvre in October had many people mispronouncing the name of the world’s ...

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and the famed Louvre museum are among the words that have been most commonly mispronounced this ...

We often hear fascinating stories about how things originated: the universe, the wheel, even pizza. But when it comes to the ...

The English language is a treasure trove of words that not only sound beautiful but also convey complex, nuanced meanings.

Perhaps the most contentious choice in 2025 was “6-7,” chosen by Dictionary.com. In this case, the controversy has to do with the actual meaning of this bit of Gen Alpha slang. The editors of the ...

Even if you don't know the meaning of the Oxford University Press' word of the year for 2025, you've probably been a victim ...

The word “noctilucent” is a noun that refers to a high-altitude cloud that is luminous at night, especially in summer in high ...