Swifties, your time *finally* has come! Move over, “algorithm” — the Cambridge Dictionary has crowned “parasocial” as its Word of the Year for 2025, and it’s catching major cultural attention. This isn’t just another trendy term — it reflects a deeper shift in how we form connections in the digital age. Whether it's dedicated fans swooning over Taylor Swift or people treating AI chatbots like friends, “parasocial” captures something very real, and it reveals how modern technology is reshaping emotional life. Cambridge Dictionary’s pick for the 2025 Word of the Year is "parasocial," and it’s not just a random flex of vocabulary power — it’s a signal that something big is happening in how we connect in today’s world. So, what exactly is parasocial? According to Cambridge Dictio

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