Cambridge Dictionary names "one-sided" the 2025 Word of the Year, reflecting growing awareness of emotional imbalance in relationships.

Cambridge Dictionary has named "one-sided" as its 2025 Word of the Year, reflecting a growing cultural focus on relationships where one person invests more emotionally than the other. The choice highlights increased public awareness and discussion around imbalance in romantic, platonic, and professional connections, driven by social media and mental health conversations. The term's rising usage in online and everyday language underscores its relevance in modern interpersonal dynamics.