newfound

adjective

new·​found ˈnü-ˈfau̇nd How to pronounce newfound (audio)
: newly found
a newfound friend
enjoying her newfound fame

Examples of newfound in a Sentence

He is enjoying his newfound freedom.
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By the time the public began to learn of the newfound evidence, IndyCar had issued new penalties. Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 21 May 2025 Look out for sudden mood swings or newfound isolating tendencies. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025 Some of Berger’s clients used their newfound free time after a layoff to expand their social circle and spend more time with family. Sophie Caldwell, CNBC, 20 May 2025 Krasinski also opened up about his children's newfound friendship with Fountain of Youth director Guy Ritchie. Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for newfound

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of newfound was in the 15th century

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“Newfound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/newfound. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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