Macquarie Dictionary names enshittification as word of the year for 2024

Macquarie Dictionary has named "enshittification" as its word of the year for 2024. This term reflects the decline in quality of online services, highlighting frustrations with digital platforms that have become less user-friendly and more profit-driven. The panel also recognized "Right To Disconnect" as the silver winner, emphasizing the need for boundaries between work and personal time. "Social battery" received bronze, illustrating the importance of recharging away from digital distractions. Other notable mentions included "brain rot" and "overtourism." The selection process involved narrowing down a longlist of 65 words, showcasing a range of contemporary issues and trends.