Definition

In a recent or fresh manner; not long ago.

Example

She moved into her newly decorated apartment last week.

Conversation

Have you tried the newly opened café downtown?

Not yet, but I've heard great things about their pastries.

I went there yesterday, and their coffee was newly brewed and delicious!

Sounds perfect! I’ll have to check it out this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Newly → It is formed from "new" (from Old English "niwe", meaning recent or fresh) and "-ly" (a suffix used to form adverbs). The word "newly" means in a recent or fresh manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'recent' or 'fresh' ('new') and how it is done in a certain way ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'newly' refers to something done in a recent manner.

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