French Academy's New Dictionary Faces Criticism for Being Outdated

The ninth edition of the Dictionnaire de l’Académie Française adds 21,000 words but is criticized for its slow pace and lack of modern terms.

The French Academy presented its ninth edition dictionary to President Macron, marking the completion of a project that began in 1986.
Critics argue that the dictionary is outdated, missing contemporary terms like 'smartphone' and 'emoji', despite adding 21,000 words.
The new edition includes gender-neutral terms for job titles, reflecting some modern social changes but still lacks comprehensive updates.
The dictionary is available for free online, offering 59,000 words, but its relevance is questioned compared to faster-updating commercial dictionaries.
Discussions for the tenth edition have already begun, highlighting ongoing debates about the Academy's approach to language evolution.