• New words like "skibidi," "tradwife," and "delulu" are now in the Cambridge Dictionary.
• "Tradwife" reflects a controversial trend promoting traditional gender roles.
• “Skibidi” is associated with a popular YouTube series and has various meanings.
• “Delulu” is derived from "delusional," capturing a modern informal expression.
• Other new entries include "lewk," "inspo," and "mouse jiggler."

Words popularised by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, including "skibidi," "delulu," and "tradwife", are among 6,000 new entries to the Cambridge Dictionary. This reflects the evolving nature of language influenced heavily by contemporary culture, especially on platforms like Instagram and TikTok, as announced by Cambridge University Press on a recent Monday.

The term "tradwife," a portmanteau of "traditional wife," illustrates a growing and controversial trend on social media that promotes traditional gender roles and domesticity. The term captures the essence of a lifestyle that some advocate while others debate, showcasing the impact of cultural shifts on language.

Meanwhile, "skibidi", popularized by the YouTube series "Skibidi Toilet," has been defined as a term with various meanings—ranging from "cool" to "bad"—and is frequently utilized in online memes. This unique term has become emblematic of the "brain rot" content prevalent among Gen Alpha's digital consumption habits.

The term "delulu," derived from "delusional," illustrates a modern informal expression to describe a mindset that believes in unrealistic ideas. An example of its use was cited in a speech by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, highlighting its entrance into mainstream language via governmental discourse.