newfound

American  

[noo-found, nyoo-] / ˈnuˌfaʊnd, ˈnyu- /

adjective

1. newly found found or discovered.

   newfound friends.

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Etymology

Origin of newfound

First recorded in 1490–1500; new + found ²

Example Sentences

The rise of U.S. liquefied natural gas has played an especially important role in that newfound energy security.

From Barron's

Instead, the latest tariffs have injected a newfound sense of urgency into the issue and strained relations with important Nato allies and trading partners.

From BBC

Hence why fiber intake has become such a newfound craze.

From Salon

Analysts say his newfound popularity reflects the depth of Iranians’ discontent with the government, but that few would support a return to the monarchy.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Equally, some are lamenting the newfound difficulty their young people are having in communicating with their friends, and in some cases with family members who live elsewhere."

From BBC

Related Words

• new