**BREAKING: “Brain Rot” Crowned Word of the Year by Oxford University Press, Experts Baffled by Sudden Onset of Intellectual Zombie-ism**
In a shocking turn of events, Oxford University Press has announced that “brain rot” has been named the word of the year, sending shockwaves throughout the academic community and beyond. According to OUP, the term “brain rot” refers to “the supposed deterioration of a person’s mental or intellectual state, often caused by excessive consumption of low-grade online content, such as cat videos, social media rants, and questionable Reddit threads.”
Experts claim that the condition is characterized by a range of symptoms, including but not limited to:
* Inability to form coherent sentences
* Sudden urge to watch 12 hours of YouTube videos in one sitting
* Increased likelihood of using Comic Sans in academic papers
* Irreversible addiction to memes
* Spontaneous combustion of brain cells due to excessive exposure to Twitter
“It’s a real thing, folks,” said Dr. Emily J. Brainsworth, a leading expert in the field of Brain Rot Studies. “We’ve seen cases where people have gone from being functioning members of society to drooling, couch-ridden zombies in a matter of weeks. It’s a scary world out there, and we’re not sure how to stop it.”
As the news spread like wildfire on social media (ironically), people took to the internet to share their own experiences with brain rot. “I used to be able to read a whole book without getting bored,” tweeted @BrainRotSurvivor. “Now I can barely make it through a Twitter thread without needing a nap.”
In response to the growing concern, Oxford University Press has announced plans to release a comprehensive guide to brain rot, complete with symptoms, treatment options, and a handy “brain rot detector” quiz to help people assess their risk.
Meanwhile, the Oxford English Dictionary has reported a significant spike in searches for the term “brain rot,” with many users Googling “how to cure brain rot” and “brain rot symptoms.” When asked for comment, a spokesperson for the dictionary simply shook their head and muttered, “We’re just trying to keep up with the times…and the memes.”
In related news, sales of brain rot-reversing supplements have skyrocketed, and #BrainRotAwareness has become a trending hashtag on social media. Stay vigilant, folks – your brain (and your sanity) depend on it!
