neologize

present singular third person neologizes · participle present neologizing · participle past neologized · past neologized

1. intransitiveTo coin a new word.

   I neologize most frequently in my writing when it comes to adverbs.

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   Neologizing, the practice of coining new words, may seem to be an arcane, specialized activity, but it's everywhere -- and the skillful employment of neologism is what gives English much of its verve.

   2002 August 25, Erin McKean, “THE WAY WE LIVE NOW: 8-25-02: ON LANGUAGE; Neologist”, in The New York Times

   Synonyms: neoterize