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The dictionary only adds terms likely to have lasting impact.

The Cambridge Dictionary has added 6,000 new words, many popularised by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, including "delulu", and "tradwife".

"Tradwife" reflects a growing TikTok trend embracing traditional gender roles, while "delulu" means being delusional by choice.

Other additions include "inspo", and "brain rot", showing the influence of internet and work-from-home culture.

The dictionary only adds terms likely to have lasting impact.

Athy's Chris Mulhall, Doctor of Dictionaries and Lecturer in SETU says internet slang is reshaping language in real time:

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