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Newman

Noun / ˈnu:mʌn / Another word for newman — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Newman is a surname that means 'newcomer' or 'new man' in English.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

novice beginner neophyte entrant

Informal

newbie rookie greenhorn freshman

Literary

stripling tenderfoot

Antonyms

old man elder senior veteran aged person

Common collocations

  • a newman
  • the newman
  • young newman
  • old newman
  • newman's own
  • newman's club

Word family

noun newness

Usage note

Primarily used in the context of a specific surname (e.g., Paul Newman) or as a historical term for a newcomer. Less common as a general synonym for 'new person'.

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Example sentences

  1. Mr. Newman is the new teacher in our school.
  2. My neighbor's last name is Newman.
  3. The Newman family just moved into our neighborhood.
  4. I heard that Newman is a very common surname in England.
  5. Newman's performance at the concert was amazing.

Quotes

  • I'm not a Newman, I'm a Seinfeld. - Wayne Knight
  • I don't think we're as far apart as everyone thinks. We're all newmanites. - Ryan Newman
  • No one mourns the wicked, but we sure do love a good villain. - Randy Newman

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