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as in novelty
the quality or appeal of being new
the originality of the war memorial sparked a heated controversy, as most people had been expecting something more traditional
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as in creativity
the skill and imagination to create new things
a poet of great originality, she brought a whole new range of subject matter and imagery to poetry
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as in imagination
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
a graphic novel that shows a lot of originality on the part of its creator
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Recent Examples of originality
When originality is great, and word of mouth is brilliant, and the marketing engines are in force, the creme rises to the top, again and again, even in a theatrical landscape that’s curbed by streaming.
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2025
Employees are being asked to use these tools wisely, effectively, and, most urgently, with originality.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The flavor of the pumpkin was minimal, and the vanilla foam on top was also light on flavor, but this drink — and this coffee shop — makes the list for originality and sheer number of options.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
Judging criteria includes originality, marketing potential, brand alignment and narrative structure.
—Bridgette Bartlett, Essence, 16 Sep. 2025
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Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2025
Employees are being asked to use these tools wisely, effectively, and, most urgently, with originality.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
The flavor of the pumpkin was minimal, and the vanilla foam on top was also light on flavor, but this drink — and this coffee shop — makes the list for originality and sheer number of options.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
Judging criteria includes originality, marketing potential, brand alignment and narrative structure.
—Bridgette Bartlett, Essence, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for originality
Noun
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Thus, this dress is the perfect middle ground between her basics and novelty.—
Glamour,
Glamour,
26 Sep. 2025
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Enjoy the novelty of this corn maze along with hay rides, pumpkin launches, mini donuts and more.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In blending creativity with community, and in each collection and cause, Scott is passing her Texas spirit onward.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
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From streetwear to high fashion, the borough has a reputation for individuality and creativity.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This view, for me at least, more than anything else connects the dots of our historically informed imagination.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
30 Sep. 2025
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As his imagination grows into vast cities and impossible creatures, fantasy blurs with reality.—
Christian Blauvelt,
IndieWire,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ultra-creamy varieties like triple-crème or goat cheese can be stored in their original packaging or transferred to cheese paper, wax paper, or parchment paper, with a damp paper towel at the bottom to help retain freshness.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
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To achieve the characteristic soap-nails effect, the color should be applied in thin layers and have a glossy finish, imitating the transparency and freshness of a wet bar of soap.—
Irene Reyes,
Glamour,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Enter Black creators, who are at the forefront of AI’s inevitable intrigue, instinctively finding home in the strangely familiar newness of technological development.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 Sep. 2025
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Some of that newness is going to come in the form of live music.—
Max Scheinblum,
Denver Post,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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These top-down directives often fail to reach the frontlines and, worse, overlook the ingenuity and urgency frontline producers already bring.—
Felipe Arango,
Sourcing Journal,
26 Sep. 2025
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With a name inspired by unity, strength and joy, Zayu transforms on the pitch as a striker, showcasing exceptional ingenuity and agility that intimidates defenders.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In all of these places, the broad availability of talent—whether as founders, knowledge workers, or highly skilled blue-collar workers—is viewed as one core element of the corporate ecosystem’s success.—
Peter Vanham,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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In conversation, Blunt’s admiration for Johnson is clear, and so is her interest in making sure other people recognize his talents and capabilities.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
1 Oct. 2025
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BigXthaPlug – and his many collaborators – score big wins on several Billboard charts this week thanks to that inventiveness.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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But there is one exception, a scene whose dramatic importance is reflected in a startling inventiveness of composition, and whose stylistic finesse provides a clue about where Aster’s emotional investment lies.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Originality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originality. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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