neologism
noun
a new word, meaning, usage, or phrase.
neologistic
-
a word derived from
neologism.
Example Sentences
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Originally a means to brand and publicize his efforts, this neologistic style became a national trend in the custom car community.
From New York Times ● Jan. 6, 2022
It’s basically a fancy neologistic way of saying “look, some numbers!”
From Time ● Oct. 17, 2014
Scare quoting the qualifier and not the neologistic noun signaled both skepticism and nascent revulsion on the part of the blogger.
From Slate ● Aug. 13, 2012
Believe me, I do not deserve so neologistic a phrase.
From The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde
