“Mogging” Is Collins Dictionary's Word of the Year
Friday, November 6, 2026112 words2 minutes408 reads
Collins Dictionary chose "mogging" as its Word of the Year for 2026. It announced the choice on November 3. This slang word means being better than someone or something else. Slang is language people use in informal situations.
For example, a new game can "mog" an old game. People mean the new game is much better. Young people often use the word as a joke. Collins says its use rose by 210% in 2026.
But the word is not always kind. Saying that someone looks better than another person can hurt. The situation matters. Collins chooses words that show changes in language. Its choice does not mean everyone should use the word.
