Cambridge Dictionary has added some 6,000 new words this year including 'delulu', a play on the word delusional, gibberish word 'skibidi' and 'tradwife', short for traditional wife.

'Parasocial', defined as a connection that someone feels with a famous person they don't know, was Cambridge Dictionary's Word of the Year.

Do you feel a deep bond with pop stars like Taylor Swift or Lily Allen -- even though you've never met them? If you do, then your behaviour is "parasocial" and bang on trend according to the Cambridge Dictionary

Cambridge Dictionary names 'parasocial' as Word of the Year 2025, highlighting the rise of one-sided relationships with celebrities and AI.

Cambridge Dictionary names 'Parasocial' 2025 Word of the Year, citing Swifties reaction to Taylor Swift's engagement, viral streamers, AI chatbots.

The Cambridge Dictionary announced their Word of the Year... and it's totally inspired by Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift! The official news release from