The use of new words is an aspect of our social language that is always changing. Sometimes new words are used so often in communication that they become part of our everyday language. The frequency and use of these new words are noted by those who work to update the annual edition of the dictionary. In December, the word with the most significant usage is chosen as the word of the year and then added to the dictionary.

Question

Which statement describes a central idea of this paragraph?

(1 point)
Responses

The most frequently used words in our everyday communication are added to the dictionary after a certain time period.
The most frequently used words in our everyday communication are added to the dictionary after a certain time period.

Social media has contributed several words and phrases to the dictionary.
Social media has contributed several words and phrases to the dictionary.

Dictionaries are rarely used in classrooms today compared to their usage one decade ago.
Dictionaries are rarely used in classrooms today compared to their usage one decade ago.

Editors choose the word of the year every December.

Answer 1

The statement that describes a central idea of the paragraph is:

The most frequently used words in our everyday communication are added to the dictionary after a certain time period.

This encapsulates the main point about how new words that gain significant usage are eventually recognized and included in the dictionary.