"Maxxing" is Dictionary.com's 2026 Word of the Year

October 26, 2026 / 8:17 AM EDT / CBS News

"Maxxing" is Dictionary.com's 2026 Word of the Year

TL;DR

  • Dictionary.com selected 'Maxxing' as its 2026 Word of the Year.
  • The term 'Maxxing' refers to the act of optimizing or maximizing aspects of life.
  • This choice highlights current trends in language and online culture.