newfangled
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Adj — New in a way seen as unnecessary, trendy, or gimmicky rather than a real improvement.
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How to use newfangled
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Usually used humorously or with a hint of old-fashioned skepticism.
Etymology
From new plus the obsolete word fangled, from fangle ("to fashion" or "invent").
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What does “newfangled” mean?
The word “newfangled” means new in a way seen as unnecessary, trendy, or gimmicky rather than a real improvement. In plain terms, describes something new that seems unnecessarily modern or trendy, often said with mild disapproval.
How do you pronounce “newfangled”?
“Newfangled” is pronounced nyoo-FANG-guhd (/ˌnuˈfæŋ.ɡəld/ in IPA).
How do you use “newfangled” in a sentence?
Here is “newfangled” used in a sentence: “He refused to trade his old flip phone for one of those newfangled smartphones.”
What part of speech is “newfangled”?
“Newfangled” is an adjective.