Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
new-fangled
Adjective
/ˈnjuːˌfæŋ.ɡəld/
Definition
Having or involving the latest technology or ideas; often used dismissively.
Examples
- She prefers traditional methods over those new-fangled gadgets.
- The new-fangled phone came with features no one understands.
- Critics often label his theories as just new-fangled nonsense.
Meaning
Something that is new, innovative, or modern, but can imply that it is unnecessary or overly complicated.
Synonyms
- Modern
- Novel
- Innovative
- Cutting-edge