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NEOLOGISM

a new word, usage, or expression

The meaning of the word neologism is a new word, usage, or expression.

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WordMeaning
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
unscathedwholly unharmed : not injured
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
stumpthe basal portion of a bodily part remaining after the rest is removed
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
lugubriousmournful
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
apocalypticof, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse