It’s time for a golden anniversary. Celebrating five decades of linguistic commentary, Lake Superior State University presents the 50th annual Banished Words List, a tradition highlighting the ...

Lake Superior State University (LSSU) unveils its 2025 edition of the Banished Words List, a quirky tradition that has delighted word enthusiasts since 1976. Each year, this lighthearted list shines a ...

The marking of a new year not only inspires us to look ahead but to reflect on the past and consider what can be done to make things better including our cringe worthy use of the English language.

List of Words Banished from the Queen’s English because of mis-, mal-, over-use, or general uselessness Yes, there is a banned words list even in modern times and when you read along, you will realise ...