The Most Overused Word in My Opinion

What is a word you feel that too many people use?

For me, that word is literally.
People seem to sprinkle it into every conversation, often when they don’t actually mean something in the literal sense.
“I was literally dying of laughter.”
No, you weren’t—you were laughing a lot, but you were still very much alive.

It’s a harmless habit for most, but overuse can make the word lose its punch.
When used correctly, “literally” should add clarity or emphasis.
When overused, it can make sentences sound exaggerated or even confusing.

Of course, language is always evolving, and sometimes overused words eventually take on new meanings.
But every now and then, I think it’s nice to pause and choose a fresher, more precise word—one that keeps our conversations interesting.