Today, the legendary dictionary released its annual list of English words it’s adding for the first time. The list of over 1,000 new words includes a number of terms that have become commonplace in pop culture over recent years. Below are some highlights from the announcement:
• face-palm
• net neutrality
• binge-watch
• photobomb
• ghost (pertaining to “ghosting” a person)
• humblebrag
• EpiPen
• weak sauce
• throw shade
• geek out
• first world problem
• ping
• safe space