# newer

/ˈnuɝ/ (US) · /njˈuːɐ/ (UK) · CEFR A1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/newer
Updated: 2026-05-02

## Definition

more recent or fresh than something else. You use this to compare two things when one was made or bought more recently.

For teachers: the comparative form of 'new', indicating a more recent origin, purchase, or discovery relative to another entity.

## Examples

- The newer model of this car is much faster.
- I prefer the newer version of the software because it has fewer bugs and a cleaner interface.
- While the original building dates back to the nineteenth century, the newer wing was constructed using sustainable materials and modern architectural techniques.

## Usage notes

- The comparative form of 'new'; typically followed by 'than' when making a direct comparison.

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