In a linguistic twist, Oxford University Press has declared 'Rizz' as the Word of the Year for 2023! Join us for an exclusive look at the unveiling of this trendsetting word and its impact on language evolution. Discover the cultural and societal influences behind 'Rizz' and why it earned the prestigious title from one of the most esteemed language authorities. Stay tuned for a deep dive into the word that captured the essence of 2023!
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00:00 Are you skilled in the art of charming conversation or flirting with potential partners?
00:07 Well, you might already possess Riz even if you weren't aware of it.
00:13 Recently crowned the Oxford Word of the Year for 2023, Riz is an internet slang term denoting
00:21 romantic appeal or charm, predominantly used by the younger generation, out of the eight
00:27 contenders reflecting the mood and preoccupations of 2023.
00:32 Riz emerged victorious in a public vote, securing its spot as the word that encapsulates the
00:40 essence of the year.
00:42 Hello and welcome, you are watching One India News.
00:45 Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Riz and explore its cultural impact and
00:51 linguistic significance.
00:54 What is Riz and do you have it?
00:57 If you are not part of Generation Z or Gen Z, the word Riz might be unfamiliar.
01:03 But it's making waves, especially in the vast online landscape with billions of hashtags,
01:10 views on TikTok.
01:12 Defined by Oxford University Press OUP as "style, charm or attractiveness," Riz is
01:18 the ability to captivate a romantic partner.
01:21 This term, believed to be a shortened version of charisma, has become a cultural phenomenon,
01:27 even earning a spot as the Oxford Word of the Year for 2023.
01:33 Beyond its noun form, Riz can also be used as a verb, i.e. the saying "to Riz up,"
01:39 implying the act of attracting or charming someone.
01:43 What do the other shortlisted words mean?
01:47 Riz has become the word of the year by leaving behind many Gen Z slangs or words.
01:53 There were a few shortlisted words that you must be aware of.
01:56 Even if you are not, don't worry about that.
01:59 We are here to let you know about all those shortlisted trending words.
02:03 One of the shortlisted words was "situationship," which means a romantic relationship that is
02:09 not considered to be a formal or established means of relationship without commitments
02:15 and restrictions.
02:17 It is called "situationship."
02:19 The second word is "parasocial," i.e. designating a relationship characterized by the one-sided,
02:26 unreciprocated sense of intimacy felt by a viewer, fan or follower for a well-known prominent
02:33 figure, typically a media celebrity, in which the follower or fan comes to feel falsely
02:40 that they know the celebrity as a friend.
02:42 The third word is "swifty," means an enthusiastic fan of the singer Taylor Swift.
02:48 The fourth word is "de-influencing," the practice of discouraging people from buying particular
02:54 products or encouraging people to reduce their consumption of material goods, especially
03:00 via social media.
03:02 The fifth word is "beach flag," a character trait that indicates that a partner or potential
03:08 partner is boring or lacks originality.
03:11 Oxford University Press explained that the draft definition is a preliminary version
03:16 created for the Word of the Year campaign.
03:20 Words without drafts are already in the Oxford English dictionary and the potential inclusion
03:25 of the remaining words depends on assessments of their longevity, frequency and widespread
03:31 usage.
03:32 The term has gained fame through YouTuber Kai Senat, spreading from friends to a broader
03:37 audience.
03:39 In a June BuzzFeed interview, Tom Holland humorously addressed his rids, stating, "I
03:45 have no rids whatsoever.
03:47 I have limited rids," and shared his strategy for winning over Zendaya.
03:52 In 2022, "goblin mode" was the Oxford Word of the Year, describing self-indulgent behaviour.
04:00 Casper Grathall, president of Oxford Languages, highlighted internet culture's influence
04:06 on language, noting, "Rids' usage search reflects internet-derived words becoming part
04:14 of daily language."
04:15 The shortlist, initially chosen by Oxford experts, underwent a public vote with rids
04:22 emerging as the 2023 Word of the Year.
04:25 (upbeat music)