new age

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noun

1
capitalized : an eclectic group of cultural attitudes arising in late 20th century Western society that are adapted from those of a variety of ancient and modern cultures, that emphasize beliefs (such as reincarnation, holism, pantheism, and occultism) outside the mainstream, and that advance alternative approaches to spirituality, right living, and health
2
: a soft soothing form of instrumental music often used to promote relaxation
New Ager noun
New Agey adjective

new age

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adjective

often capitalized N&A
1
: of, relating to, or being New Age
2
: contemporary, modern
new age grocery stores

Examples of new age in a Sentence

Adjective a kitchen crammed full of new age appliances
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Noun
Here’s some of what scientists are learning in this new age of light microscopy. Katarina Zimmer, JSTOR Daily, 14 Aug. 2025 In this new age of luxury camping, travelers can discover the untamed wilderness in the most elegant ways possible. Kevin Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Others include a circle of friends, ala new age Big Chill (a great breakfast scene serves as homage) including Stephen (Sean Hayes) and Geoffrey (Scott Icenogle), who seem the happiest union in the bunch. Pete Hammond, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2025 For Spring Summer 2027, Arvindsteps into Kingpins Amsterdam with a collection that redefines denim’s emotional and tactile connection—fabrics that move with meaning, balance nostalgia with innovation and embrace the clarity of a new age. Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for new age

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1971, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1949, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of new age was in 1949

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“New age.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/new%20age. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

New Age

noun
1
: a way of thinking arising in late 20th century Western society and adapted from a variety of ancient and modern cultures that emphasizes beliefs (as reincarnation) outside the mainstream and that advances alternative approaches to spirituality, right living, and health
2
: a soft soothing form of instrumental music often used to promote relaxation
new age adjective often capitalized
New Ager
-ˈā-jər
noun
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