'It didn’t happen that way.' 'Gaslighting' has emerged as Merriam-Webster dictionary's word of the year.
Described as an "act or practice of grossly misleading someone especially for one's own advantage," gaslighting had a 1,740% increase in lookups throughout the year.
also said that the term, which drives disorientation and mistrust, can apply in both personal and political contexts.is a form of abuse. One sign is when you start to doubt and no longer trust your own memory and experience.Merriam-Webster's words of the year for 2020 and 2021 were "
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
SPORTS KEN: Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022Today, as the world witnesses how Qatar is hosting and welcoming throngs of foreign visitors to the FIFA 2022 World Cup, there is more than just a tinge of regret why FIFA moguls should not have aw…
Read more »
2022 Awit Awards sidelights: From Ice Seguerra’s dismay to Maris Racal’s near slipICYMI: From slips of the tongue to near slips, the 2022 Awit Awards, held Wednesday night at the Newport Performing Arts Theater, was replete with behind-the-scene incidents that made the night quite interesting.
Read more »
Local artists get bigger spotlight at Visayas Art Fair 2022The maze of exhibitions by participating galleries and artists showcase various facets of Visayan culture, and highlight the talents of both individuals and groups
Read more »
Hannah Arnold asks for prayers and votes for Miss International 2022 pageantAfter a long wait, Hannah Arnold is all set to represent the Philippines in the Miss International 2022 pageant.
Read more »
Globe Business organizes 2022 Gift Local bazaarThis year’s Globe’s Gift Local live selling will feature partner MSMEs and their local products on Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. at the Globe Business Facebook page. READ:
Read more »
A 2022 Christmas gift guide for beauty junkiesFor beauty junkies, there&39;s nothing like receiving the newest and freshest releases in the beauty department.
Read more »