Meaning: new
Root word: Greek νέϝος, νέος (néos)
Roots with similar meanings:
- cen-, caen- meaning “new”
- nov- meaning “new”
Roots with opposite meanings:
- ger- meaning “old”
- palae-, pale- meaning “ancient, old”
- presby- meaning “old”
- sen- meaning “old man”
- veter- meaning “old”
- archae-, arche- meaning “ancient”
Roots that could be confused:
Notes:
Derived English Words
Commonly encountered words are in bold.
neonatal: Pertaining to the first four weeks of life after birth.
neonate: A newborn baby, specifically within the first four weeks of life.
neonatology: The branch of medicine that focuses on the care, development, and diseases of newborns.
neoplasm: An abnormal growth of tissue, often forming a tumor, which can be benign or malignant.
neoplastic: Relating to or characterized by neoplasms or their formation.
neoplasia: The process of abnormal and uncontrolled cell growth, resulting in a neoplasm.
neophobia: A fear or aversion to new things or change.
neophyte: A beginner or novice in a field or activity; also, a new convert to a religion.
neocortex: The part of the brain in mammals responsible for higher-order functions such as sensory perception, cognition, and language.
neostriatum: A part of the brain involved in the regulation of movement and certain cognitive processes.
neolithic: Pertaining to the New Stone Age, characterized by advanced tools, agriculture, and permanent settlements.
neon: A chemical element (Ne), an inert noble gas used in lighting and signs.
neodymium: A rare earth element (Nd) used in strong magnets, lasers, and glass coloration.
neotropical: Referring to the tropical regions of the Americas, including the ecosystems and organisms found there.
neoclassical: Relating to a revival of classical styles in art, literature, music, or architecture.
Other Uses
Links
List of Greek and Latin roots in English – Wikipedia
Other Roots Used in These Words
| Root | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cortic- | bark |
| lith- | stone |
| nasc-, nat- | born |
| phob- | fear |
| phyt- | plant |
| plas- | mould |
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