Synonyms for

Newer

Verb / ˈnu:ɜ: / Another word for newer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Newer means more recent or modern than something else.

Synonyms & similar words

raw modern novel young newfangled unexampled fresh old worn new fresher up-to-date modern contemporary current latest recent modernistic neoteric novel present-day state-of-the-art trendsetting unfamiliar unusual young avant-garde cutting-edge fashionable innovative

Synonyms by register

Formal

recent modern contemporary

Informal

fresh latest brand-new

Literary

nascent springy

Antonyms

older ancient past previous earlier former aged

Common collocations

  • newer models
  • newer versions
  • newer technology
  • newer cars
  • newer buildings
  • newer software
  • newer designs

Word family

adjective new
adverb newly

Usage note

Newer is the comparative form of 'new'. It is used to compare the age or recency of two or more things.

Example sentences

  1. The newer car is faster than the old one.
  2. I like the newer version of the game better.
  3. My house is newer than my neighbor's house.
  4. The newer model of the phone has better features.
  5. The newer restaurant in town has great food.

Quotes

  • The future belongs to those who see possibilities before they become obvious. - John Sculley
  • Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower. - Steve Jobs
  • Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything. - George Bernard Shaw

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