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neologize

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To coin a new word.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive

Examples

  • I neologize most frequently in my writing when it comes to adverbs.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Back-formation from neologism + -ize.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Portuguese: neologismar — to coin a new word