neologism
The word “neologism” has 4 syllables: ne-ol-o-gism.
It's pronounced as /niːˈɑː.ləˌdʒɪz.əm/.
What is synonym and antonym for neologism?
In the thesaurus, “neologism” has 1 synonym.
Here are synonyms for neologism along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for neologism
- modernism
Meanings of neologism
- noun
- A word or phrase which has recently been coined; a new word or phrase.
- The act or instance of coining, or uttering a new word.
- The newly coined, meaningless words or phrases of someone with a psychosis, usually schizophrenia.
- The introduction of new doctrine, for example in theology.
Example Sentences
- The term "selfie" is a popular neologism that has emerged with the rise of social media.
- Linguists study how each generation creates its own neologism to express contemporary ideas.
- His use of the neologism sparked a debate about the evolution of language in modern society.
- The novel introduced several neologisms that captured the essence of its futuristic setting.
- Understanding a neologism can often provide insight into cultural shifts and trends.
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