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‘Rizz’ named Oxford University Press Word of the Year

The word "Rizz" triumphed over other contenders such as "Swiftie," representing a fan of Taylor Swift, and "situationship," denoting a romantic or sexual relationship without formal titles.

News 12 Staff

Dec 5, 2023, 8:44 AM

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Oxford University Press has officially announced "Rizz" as its Word of the Year.

The word is a term born from the Gen Z lexicon and is an abbreviated form of "charisma."

It signifies an individual's knack for attracting or seducing others.

The word "Rizz" triumphed over other contenders such as "Swiftie," representing a fan of Taylor Swift, and "situationship," denoting a romantic or sexual relationship without formal titles.

Oxford's decision underscores the evolving linguistic landscape influenced by contemporary culture and language trends among younger generations.

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