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'Enshittification' Makes It Into the Dictionary
Original: ‘Enshittification’ Is Official!
The word 'enshittification' — coined by writer Cory Doctorow to describe how online platforms decay as they squeeze users and business partners for profit — has gained official recognition, reportedly earning a place in a major dictionary. The term has become widely used in tech commentary to criticise the declining quality of digital services, and its formal adoption is drawing attention to how quickly internet-driven slang can enter mainstream English.
Why now: The word's official dictionary recognition is new and it captures widespread frustration with major tech platforms.
Evidence
- ‘Enshittification’ Is Official! · The Santa Barbara Independent
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