newfound

adjective

new·​found ˈnü-ˈfau̇nd How to pronounce newfound (audio)
: newly found
a newfound friend
enjoying her newfound fame

Examples of newfound in a Sentence

He is enjoying his newfound freedom.
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This year, Matilda's newfound holiday obsession has ushered in a new tradition for the family of three. Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025 We’ve been thrilled so many people have a newfound interest in data automation. Zack Sharf, Variety, 18 Dec. 2025 Elsewhere, Maximus has to deal with newfound responsibility and the ambitions of his Brotherhood of Steel chapter. Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 16 Dec. 2025 The cherry on top is a New Year’s Eve gala dinner with newfound friends in Interlaken, Switzerland. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for newfound

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of newfound was in the 15th century

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“Newfound.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/newfound. Accessed 27 Dec. 2025.

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