Merriam-Webster's Authentic Word of the Year for 2023
TL;DR
Merriam-Webster has announced "authentic" as its word of the year for 2023, reflecting a crisis of authenticity in an age of deepfakes and post-truth. The increased interest in the word throughout the year signifies a growing recognition of the importance of authenticity in various aspects of life. Other notable words that attracted attention include "rizz," "kibbutz," "implode," "deadname," and "doppelganger."
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