Neophilia, The Love of All Things New
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In episode 35, the hosts introduce and explore the word neophilia, which means "love of the new." They explain that while the term isn’t widely used in English, it is constructed from Greek roots-philia (brotherly love or affinity) and neo (new). The discussion clarifies that philia words (like audiophile, bibliophile, cinephile) aren’t inherently negative and often describe someone with an above-average passion for something.
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Neophilia Defined:
Neophilia refers to a strong interest in or love for new experiences, objects, or ideas. The hosts note it’s often used…
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