Meaning & Definition of word "New"

New

/nuː/

adjective:

  • 1. not existing before; made, introduced, or discovered recently or now for the first time.
    • Example: She bought a new car that just came out last month.
  • 2. having recently come into existence or being created.
    • Example: The new restaurant in town has already become quite popular.
  • 3. different from the old or used; fresh.
    • Example: He wanted to start a new chapter in his life after the breakup.
  • 4. recently acquired or added.
    • Example: I have a new job that I am really excited about.
  • 5. recently or newly arrived.
    • Example: A new student joined our class this week.

Etymology

From Old English 'niwe', related to Old High German 'niuwi' and Dutch 'nieuw'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

new blood:

Fresh ideas or people that bring energy to a situation.

new kid on the block:

A person who is new to a particular place or situation.

new normal:

A situation that has become standard or typical after a significant change.

Related Words

renew:

To make like new; restore to freshness.

news:

Newly received or noteworthy information, especially about recent events.

novelty:

The quality of being new, original, or unusual.

Slang Meanings of new

Meaning: The 'new' thing

Example Sentence: That restaurant is the new thing in town!

Meaning: Newbie

Example Sentence: I'm a total newbie at this game.