26984 words

newer

12 definitions • 25 examples
1
recently created or having started to exist recently:

Examples:

a new car
She's very creative and always coming up with new ideas.
What have they decided to name the new baby?
What's new in the fashion world?
We have to invest in new technology if we are to remain competitive.
2
different from one that existed earlier:

Examples:

Have you met the new secretary?
She's looking for a new job.
Have you seen Ann's new house (= where she has just started living)?
They've just launched a new generation of computers that are much more powerful than earlier models.
3
not yet familiar or experienced:

Examples:

to be new to the area
She's new to the job so you can't expect her to know everything yet.
4
not previously used or owned:

Examples:

Used car sales have risen because of the increased cost of new cars.
Did you buy your bike new or second-hand?
5

Examples:

This new cancer treatment offers hope to many sufferers.
A retrial can only take place when new evidence has emerged.
6
new things:

Examples:

Out with the old and in with the new.
7

Examples:

The government's new-found enthusiasm for green issues has been welcomed by environmentalists.
8
recently created or having started to exist recently:

Examples:

His newest book will be out next month.
She’s always coming up with new ideas.
9
different from the one that existed earlier:

Examples:

Have you met Carlos’s new assistant?
"What’s new (= What is different in your life)?" "Not much, what’s new with you?"
10
not yet familiar or experienced:

Examples:

Don’t ask me how to get there, I’m new around here.
11
not previously used or owned:

Examples:

They sell new and used cars/books/clothing.
12

Examples:

This new treatment offers hope to many sufferers.

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