EntertainmentOxford University's word of the year: "Rizz". Do you know it?

Oxford University's word of the year: "Rizz". Do you know it?

The Oxford University Press has declared "rizz" as the word of the year. Are you familiar with this popular term used by Gen Z? If not, we're here to shed some light on it.

Tom Holland claims that there is no risk.
Tom Holland claims that there is no risk.
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10:29 PM EST, December 5, 2023

The Oxford University Press conducts a competition to select a word that is widely used by the younger generation.

The contenders for Oxford University's most popular word include:

  • Beige flag,
  • ⁠De-influencing⁠,
  • Heat dome,
  • Parasocial,
  • Prompt⁠,
  • Rizz,
  • Situationship⁠,
  • Swiftie⁠.

"Rizz" recognized by Oxford University as the word of the year

Regrettably, for Swifties out there, Oxford University has crowned "rizz" as the word of the year. It's theorized that "rizz" originates from the middle part of the word "charisma" and can be used both as a verb, e.g., "rizz up", and as a noun, for instance, referring to a person as a "rizzler".

Fascinatingly, the acceptance of the word increased significantly in the middle of this year, thanks to Tom Holland. When the "Spider-Man" actor was asked about his "rizz", he retorted, "I don't have any rizz". Given the numerous fans who adore him, including Zendaya, it's difficult to agree with his claim.

Thus, if someone tells you that you have "rizz", take it as a compliment. It implies that they see you as a charismatic person.

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