Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

newfangleness

noun

/ˈnjuːfæŋɡəlnɪs/

Definition

The quality of being newfangled; characterized by novelty or modernity.

Examples

The newfangleness of the latest smartphone features impressed everyone at the launch.
Her newfangleness in fashion often drew both admiration and criticism.
Despite the newfangleness of the proposal, I believe it has merit.

Meaning

Newfangleness refers to the state of being new, trendy, or modern, often used in a slightly negative context to imply that something is excessively modern or trendy, sometimes lacking in substance.