newer — More recent in time, origin, or creation; having existed or been made for a shorter period compared to something else.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: More recent in time, origin, or creation; having existed or been made for a shorter period compared to something else.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnuːər/
Korean meaning: 더 새로운
Korean pronunciation: 뉴-어 (강세: 뉴)
Example Sentences
- My grandmother insists her flip phone is newer than my iPhone because she bought it last week.
- The newer employees always get the broken coffee machine.
- Scientists have discovered newer evidence supporting the theory.
newer
ADJECTIVE//ˈnuːər//
More recent in time, origin, or creation; having existed or been made for a shorter period compared to something else.
More recent in time, origin, or creation; having existed or been made for a shorter period compared to something else.
The viewer by the sewer loves the newer technology!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'neowe' meaning fresh or recent, which evolved into modern 'new'. The comparative form 'newer' was created by adding the standard English comparative suffix '-er'.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My grandmother insists her flip phone is newer than my iPhone because she bought it last week.”
“The newer employees always get the broken coffee machine.”
“Scientists have discovered newer evidence supporting the theory.”
“The newer building has better insulation and heating systems.”
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