neologize

Verb

neologize (third-person singular simple present neologizes, present participle neologizing, simple past and past participle neologized)

1. (intransitive) To coin a new word.
   • I neologize most frequently in my writing when it comes to adverbs.
   • Neologizing, the practice of coining new words, may seem to be an arcane, specialized activity, but it's everywhere -- and the skillful employment of neologism is what gives English much of its verve.2002 August 25, Erin McKean, “THE WAY WE LIVE NOW: 8-25-02: ON LANGUAGE; Neologist”, in The New York Times

   Synonyms:

   neoterize