Newfangled
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌnjuːˈfæŋ.ɡəɫd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Newfangled is an adjective meaning Fond of novelty.
Meaning
Fond of novelty.
More Meanings
- (usually derogatory, disapproving, or humorous) New and often needlessly novel or gratuitously different; recently devised or fashionable, especially when not an improvement.
Example Sentences
newfangled electronic gadgets that cost a lot and do little
[US president Donald Trump] might have in mind a newfangled protectionism that lasts generations.
From the Marvel Mixmaster to the Miracle Microwave, every time a new-fangled gadget has lobbed into the Aussie kitchen, Aussie mums have changed their cooking styles accordingly.
I have tried all the medium and short acting non-barbiturate sedatives since the war (including thalidomide) but they don’t work and I don’t trust the newfangled long acting, “safe” analgesics.
Word Forms
- new-fangled
- new fangled
Synonyms for newfangled
Depending on context, synonyms include original, new.
Antonyms for newfangled
Common opposites include oldfangled, old-fashioned.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include original, new, disguised, fancy-pants, newish, new-wavish.
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