Neologist
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Neologist is a noun meaning One who coins a new word or new words.
Meaning
One who coins a new word or new words.
More Meanings
- (theology, historical, originally derogatory) An adherent of neology.
Example Sentences
Although English has no committee or academy or board that reviews new words for suitability, there are a few loose guidelines that will help you become a successful neologist.
Word Forms
- neologists
Synonyms for neologist
Depending on context, synonyms include neologizer, protologist, coiner, minter, mintmaster, wordmaker.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include coiner, neologizer, neologiser, wordmaker, wordnik, etymologizer.
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