adj
newfangled
nyoo-FANG-guhd
adj
1
New in a way seen as unnecessary, trendy, or gimmicky rather than a real improvement.
"He refused to trade his old flip phone for one of those newfangled smartphones."
"She's skeptical of every newfangled gadget that comes out."
How to Use Newfangled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes something new that seems unnecessarily modern or trendy, often said with mild disapproval.
When to use it
Usually used humorously or with a hint of old-fashioned skepticism.
Common pairings
newfangled gadget
newfangled technology
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Etymology
From new plus the obsolete word fangled, from fangle ("to fashion" or "invent").