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Neologism

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Cultural Evolution

Neologisms reflect changing culture and technology, revealing how language evolves with society.

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Selfie' is a neologism that emerged with the rise of smartphone cameras.
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Language Vitality

Using neologisms can make language seem fresh and dynamic, showcasing the speaker's linguistic creativity.

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Tech-savvy teens often invent neologisms that spread through social media.
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Informality Indicator

Neologisms are often informal, used in casual conversation rather than formal writing unless widely accepted.

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I'm going to binge-watch the whole season tonight!
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