Part of the Business terms glossary: A neologism (pronounced nee-AH-low-djism) is a newly invented word or term. Neologisms would seem to occur at a greater rate in cultures with rapidly changing technologies and with greater means for information dispersal.A neology is, according to our Webster's, the use of a new word or the use of an existing word but given a new meaning.eologisms would seem to occur at a greater rate in cultures with rapidly changing technologies and with greater means for information dispersal. A neology is, according to our Webster's, the use of a new word or the use of an existing word but given a new meaning.
Eye bags â minor periorbital puffiness usually detectable below the eyes only. Periorbital edema. Periorbital puffiness, also known as puffy eyes, or swelling around the eyes, is the appearance of swelling in the tissues around the eyes, called the orbits. It is almost exclusively caused by fluid buildup around the eyes, or periorbital edema.
Conditions like fluid imbalance or local swelling that lead to puffy or swollen eyelids can cause shadows that make the area under the eyes appear darker. Trauma (a black eye) can cause darkening of the entire eye area. Some people notice that dark circles under the eyes tend to run in families, as well. In most cases, dark circles under the eyes are not a sign of a serious medical condition. Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 3/6/2012.