Cambridge Dictionary has announced its 2024 word of the year is "manifest," a formal 600-year-old word that's been given new life as Olympians, entertainers and social media influencers increasingly claim they channel their wishes into realities.

Leading dictionaries worldwide, including Oxford, Cambridge, and Collins have named their 2024 Word of The Year. The words are not just a reflection of linguistic trends, but also a testament to the profound influence of social media on our language and culture.

Mentions of the term surged during the pandemic and have continued to grow, particularly on TikTok and other social media platforms.