Vocabulary: Word Formation & Morphology (C1) - Lesson 3: New Words & Changing Meanings (Neologisms & Word Evolution)

Lesson 3: New Words & Changing Meanings Neologisms & Word Evolution Language is not static; it is a living, breathing entity that changes with our culture and technology. New words are created every day, and old words take on new meanings. A neologism is a newly created word or expression. The process of a word's meaning changing over time is called semantic change . Understanding this evolution is key to staying current with modern English. Key Vocabulary Neologism (noun) | នវកម្មពាក្យ A newly coined word or expression, or a new meaning for an existing word. Semantic Change (noun phrase) | ការផ្លាស់ប្តូរអត្ថន័យ The evolution of word usage; the process of a word's meaning changing over time. To Coin (a term) (verb phrase) | បង្កើតពាក្យថ្មី To invent a new word or expression, especially one that is widely adopted. Part 1: Neologisms - The Birth of Words New words are often coined to describe new technologies, social trends, or ideas. Here are some common ways they are formed: Blending: …