Other forms: neoterics
Neoteric means modern or innovative. You might prefer eating at the familiar neighborhood pub instead of the sleek, neoteric restaurant that just opened downtown.
Neoteric means brand new, original, or fresh, but the word itself dates back to the 16th century, from the Greek root neos, or "new." Your cousin's neoteric house, all glass and concrete, is a stark contrast to the cozy, worn bungalow your family lives in. You can also use this word for someone who's innovative or open to new ideas: "You'd never know it, but my grandfather is a neoteric, always the first to get the latest devices."