Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

newly

[noo-lee, nyoo-] / ˈnu li, ˈnyu- /
ADVERB
recently
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

A cardiothoracic surgeon, Briggs realized the newly activated law didn’t provide adequate protections for patients having medical complications.

From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026

The newly created positions can handle press and public-relations responsibilities that previously belonged to executives with titles like vice president or head of communications.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The newly announced cash, Herriman says "is not job done, it is just job started".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have used simulations to show that a small, newly developed X-ray telescope could help create a chemical map of the entire lunar surface.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

Despite wearing head nets and using the newly invented “fly dope,” now known as insect repellent, there was no way to truly get rid of the bugs.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "newly" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com