Synonyms for

Newly

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

Definition

Recently or just now.

Synonyms & similar words

freshly fresh new freshly recently lately just now late modern contemporary up-to-date current state-of-the-art modernistic advanced innovative modernized revived renewed restored regenerated revitalized

Synonyms by register

Formal

recently just freshly lately

Informal

just just now a minute ago

Literary

erstwhile anon

Antonyms

old ancient past former previous aged

Common collocations

  • newly married
  • newly discovered
  • newly elected
  • newly built
  • newlyweds
  • newly appointed
  • newly acquired

Word family

adjective new
adverb newly

Usage note

Newly is an adverb that modifies verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, indicating something has happened or been done very recently. It is often used in formal contexts, but also appears in everyday speech.

Example sentences

  1. I just moved into a newly built house.
  2. She's newly retired and enjoying her free time.
  3. The flowers in the garden are newly planted.
  4. I'm meeting my newly married friends for dinner tonight.
  5. The store has a newly renovated interior.

Quotes

  • I'm newly single, so I'm looking for new experiences. - Paris Hilton
  • I'm newly married and I'm just so happy. - Victoria Beckham
  • Newly wed, nearly dead. - Unknown

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