10 English Neologisms for Everyday Use

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What does the neologism 'LOL' stand for?

Laughing out loud

In what language is the neologism 'LOL' commonly used?

English

What is the main characteristic of neologisms?

They represent the current and changing reality of society

What is the meaning of the neologism 'neologism'?

A new word or expression

How are neologisms created?

By combining existing words or elements from different languages

Why are neologisms important for language learners?

They reflect the current language usage and trends

What does 'yesn't' mean in Spanish?

Maybe yes or maybe no

What is the meaning of 'cellfish'?

People who talk on the phone in a loud and annoying way in public places

What does 'internest' refer to?

Creating a comfortable environment to browse the internet

What is a 'smombie' according to the text?

A person walking slowly and distracted while looking at their smartphone

What does 'hotumn' describe?

Warmer-than-expected temperatures during autumn

What is 'destinesia' according to the text?

Forgetting what you were going to do upon arriving at a place

'Shero' refers to what type of heroes?

Heroes who support feminist causes

'Yesnt' is suggested as a replacement for which word in English?

'No'

'Hotumn' is associated with which season?

'Autumn'

'Smombie' poses serious risks for what according to the text?

Safety on the roads due to accidents caused by distracted pedestrians

Language is constantly evolving, and new words emerge to reflect changes in society and culture. Explore the world of neologisms with this quiz and discover 10 English words that are gaining popularity in everyday conversations.

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