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 People who didn't really have much money were lured by Wall Street bankers to invest using a newfangled concept to take on debt, called credit. — Lesley Stahl, CBS News, 24 May 2026 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 In a second portrait, the supermodel wears a rusty orange dress accessorized with earrings and a necklace from the jeweler’s newfangled Margherita Bloom range. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 25 June 2026 Saudi Arabia’s regional headquartering policy is yielding some newfangled definitions of a corporate territory. — Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 28 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for newfangled

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In a statement, an AT&T spokesperson said modern alternatives to copper hold up better during disasters and said landline service wouldn’t be discontinued until at least June 1, 2027.

— Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 7 July 2026
The asymmetrical silhouette is also fresh and modern, and Quince's supple Italian nappa leather looks far more expensive than its price.

— Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026

Definition of modern

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Buckhead Heritage, a historic preservation organization, will make a historic building its new headquarters after reaching an agreement with Atlanta Public Schools.

— Carson Bonner, AJC.com, 7 July 2026
The airlines haven’t yet announced what their new, combined frequent flyer program will look like, however.

— Zach Wichter, USA Today, 7 July 2026

Definition of new

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Dubbed Camp Meeker Cabin, the project strips mountain living back to its quieter essentials, while still embracing contemporary environmental design.

— Bridget Borgobello July 03, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
The architecture is intentionally clean and contemporary, understated but elegant.

— David Caraccio Updated July 4, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2026

Definition of contemporary

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