Dec 1, 2022
As per Merriam-Webster, searches for its word of the year spiked by 1,740% in 2022.
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Gaslighting is the word of the year. The word means "psychological manipulation of a person usually over an extended period of time".
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The dictionary also released a list of most searched words. Read on to know what they are and their meanings as per Merriam-Webster.
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A member or supporter of an oligarchy.
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The 15th letter of the Greek alphabet or less commonly Omicron Variant of Covid-19.
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To reduce to a code.
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Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning (one's sexual or gender identity), intersex, and asexual/aromantic/agender.
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Responsive to or conscious of sense impressions.
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A mixture (as for plastering) composed chiefly of moistened clay.
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A hostile or predatory incursion or a surprise attack by a small force.
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The wife of a reigning king.
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