“Justice” was on people’s hearts, minds, and search histories this year. The word was named Merriam-Webster’s "Word of the Year" for 2018 after being consulted by users 74 percent more than in 2017.
Merriam-Webster wrote in a tweet announcing the selection of the word:
We saw spikes on our 2018 #WordOfTheYear in relation to several high-profile investigations, as well as topics such as criminal justice reform, social justice, and the obstruction of justice. https://t.co/yuWRZMvbaP
— Merriam-Webster (@MerriamWebster) December 18, 2018
While justice may be Merriam-Webster’s top word this year, for many Christians, the word's selection signals a continued commitment to the fight for the marginalized — with the hope of bringing everyone into full belovedness.
The Evangelical Lutheran Church of America tweeted their support for the selection:
Justice has been on our minds as well! We reflect on the #WordOfTheYear with a quote from the @ELCA Social Statement on Church and Community:
— ELCA Advocacy (@ELCAadvocacy) December 17, 2018
"In witnessing to Jesus Christ, the Church announces that the God who justifies
expects all people to do justice" https://t.co/QBFBY4Gqug https://t.co/H093Foa5Sq
Read the full list of Merriam-Webster’s top words of 2018 here.
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