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adjective

ˈnü-ˌbȯrn How to pronounce newborn (audio)
Definition of newbornnext
as in refreshed
made or become fresh in spirits or vigor felt like a newborn activist after that pep rally

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newborn

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noun

as in child
a recently born person intentionally bought clothes that were too big for her newborn but which undoubtedly would fit him in a few months

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Recent Examples of newborn
Adjective
In the past year, there had been a spike in newborn deaths, and Letby had been on shift for nearly all of them. — Rachel Aviv, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2026 Cedarfield in Huntersville limits residents to three household pets generally considered outdoor pets, including dogs and cats, aside from newborn animals under 9 months old. — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026
Noun
While the basic cycle may sound straightforward, newborns can quickly turn a predictable night into something much more demanding. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2026 Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a serious infection that can be especially dangerous for older adults, people with weakened immune systems, pregnant individuals and newborns. — Angela Rodriguez, Sacbee.com, 9 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for newborn
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newborn
  1. refreshed
  2. child
  3. new
  4. baby
  5. revived
  6. infant
  7. reborn
  8. toddler
Adjective
  • Its refreshed interface is designed to match other Office applications.
    — StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Now in their second generation, the Bose QC Headphones have received a refreshed industrial design with new and modern styling.
    — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of refreshed
Noun
  • Meanwhile, local Church leaders hope the pope's visit will repair the Church's standing after a crushing 2021 report found that some 330,000 French children had been abused by Catholic clergy and lay leaders over seven decades.
    — Joshua McElwee, Arkansas Online, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Recently, the Illinois Department of Public Health released its new immunization guidance for children and adults heading into the fall respiratory virus season and school year.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of child
Adjective
  • Presenter Zane Lowe has conducted loads of candid interviews with new and established musicians, and the company's Los Angeles studio has captured dozens of memorable performances for posterity.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2026
  • The episode is also the debut of new cast members Saidah Belo-Osagie and Grace Reiter.
    — William Earl, Variety, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of new
Noun
  • The space was filled with a label-loving mix of South Koreans and international guests—many flaunting Hermès baby Birkins and Dior Book Totes—lounging on benches or checking in and out.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Sussman nevertheless shares Vance and Musk’s conviction that something has gone seriously wrong when so few babies are being born.
    — Margaret Talbot, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of baby
Adjective
  • In her revived petition filed in April, Cher claimed Allman had failed to live up to his promise to hire a business manager and was spiraling out of control.
    — Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Organizers say the revived Classic has generated more than $500,000 in scholarships while incorporating HBCU cultural events, bands, educational programming and community initiatives throughout the weekend.
    — D’Joumbarey A. Moreau, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of revived
Noun
  • The punishment came more than two years after Kansas City police found Thomas' infant daughter dead with severe burns inside a city home.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Big Psi for rebel exoplanet Planets form from disks of gas and dust that surround infant stars.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of infant
Adjective
  • Their songs sound both fresh and nostalgic, and at times, evoke a reborn Diana Ross & The Supremes, by way of Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings.
    — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Will the reborn Pac-12 establish itself as the top league, or will the American keep the crown?
    — Chris Vannini, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of reborn
Noun
  • Between working from home, being a busy mom to a toddler, and prioritizing comfort, matching sets are my go-to uniform.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Available now, the free update features one new hairstyle, three adult hairstyles now available for kids and three new CAS assets for toddlers.
    — Mya Copeland, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of toddler

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“Newborn.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newborn. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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