NEWFANGLED Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

newfangled

adjective

ˈnü-ˈfaŋ-gəld

Definition of newfangled

as in modern

being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles got one of those newfangled espresso makers

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Recent Examples of newfangled That includes newfangled financial firms that may see higher demand as some tax changes and other cost-of-living policies are implemented, and homebuilders that would see an uptick if mortgage rates fell. — Geoffrey Morgan, Bloomberg, 3 Feb. 2026 Cronin’s Bruins must prepare for a newfangled approach with each opponent. — Aaron Heisen, Daily News, 30 Jan. 2026 Saudi Arabia’s regional headquartering policy is yielding some newfangled definitions of a corporate territory. — Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 28 Jan. 2026 But Cézanne’s newfangled fracturing of old-fashioned still lifes and landscapes became the very motor of modernism. — J. S. Marcus, Air Mail, 24 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for newfangled

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The cut is a modern textured crop featuring a forward flow and frosted tips.

— Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Few eclipses in modern times have combined such exceptional duration, reliable weather and globally significant cultural landmarks along the path of totality.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of modern

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Balancing privacy and publicity isn’t new, says Alice Marshall, who runs her own public relations agency handling luxury travel clients.

— Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
After years of slow progress, a new development in in a Colorado town is finally close to getting the green light.

— Olivia Young, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of new

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The logo pairs yellow, drawn from colors associated with celebration in Tamil Nadu including turmeric and marigold, with electric blue for a contemporary, premium look.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Aug. 2026
Fellini is considered one of Rimini’s most famous citizens who is memorialized in the city’s unique contemporary museum.

— Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

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