Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /nɪˈɒlɪk/
KK: /niˈɑlɪk/
Definition
Relating to the creation or use of new words or expressions.
Example
The author's neologic style made the book feel fresh and innovative.
Conversation

Have you heard about that new book that uses all these neologic terms?

Yeah, I saw it at the store! It seems really interesting.

I wonder how they come up with such neologic ideas.

It must be fun to create new words and see how people react!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
traditional
conventional
obsolete
Root Explanation
Neologic is formed from "neo-" (meaning new) and "logic" (from Greek "logikē", meaning reasoning or thought). The word refers to new reasoning or a new way of thinking.
Memory Tip
Think of 'neo-' meaning new, and 'logic' relating to reasoning. This helps you remember that neologic refers to a new way of thinking.
Visually Confused Words
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genecologic
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theologic