After a full year of hectic news, trends and non-stop content, Merriam-Webster has summed it all perfectly in one word.

I used to begin my day with a quick scroll through social media, but eventually realized it's not a great idea to become filled with rage and despair before I even get out of bed in the morning. So, ...

"Slop" was first used in the 1700s to mean soft mud, but it evolved more generally to mean something of little value.

"Slop" is Merriam-Webster's Word of the Year for 2025, meaning more people than ever need to "touch grass," which, as it ...

The dictionary publisher's annual pick, based on spikes in search data, reflects the themes and anxieties that shaped 2025.