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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
Like the filmmakers of France’s New Wave, Mendonça began his career as a reporter and critic, and that sensibility infuses every frame, striking an enticing balance between originality and homage.
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 18 May 2025
As the international spotlight increases on Massey’s work and the vibrancy of Detroit’s art, music, architecture, and ethos, Massey loves that the city’s authenticity and originality remain at its heart.
—AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
The originality lies in understanding the role of the astrocyte in this process.
—Paul McClure 14, New Atlas, 14 May 2025
The viral creator’s message was clear: originality and ownership matter most.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 27 May 2025
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 18 May 2025
As the international spotlight increases on Massey’s work and the vibrancy of Detroit’s art, music, architecture, and ethos, Massey loves that the city’s authenticity and originality remain at its heart.
—AFAR Media, 16 May 2025
The originality lies in understanding the role of the astrocyte in this process.
—Paul McClure 14, New Atlas, 14 May 2025
The viral creator’s message was clear: originality and ownership matter most.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for originality
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Your brain learns from novelty, which promotes adaptive learning by resetting key brain circuits and enhances your ability to update new ideas into existing neurological frameworks.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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When children use this watch, texting their parents or sending emojis feels like a novelty, especially for first-time smartwatch users, and GPS tracking adds peace of mind for adults.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
13 June 2025
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The company’s evolution has included new principals and new pens, such as the Hitchcock Vertigo, that are an homage to the broader context of creativity.—
Nancy Olson,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Now, as the artists and galleries who helped turn Wynwood into Miami’s hippest urban district all but disappear under a tsunami of redevelopment, the Bakehouse Art Complex remains a funky, thriving oasis of creativity.—
Andres Viglucci,
Miami Herald,
20 June 2025
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Environment builders go beyond the production of discreet, individual objects–like paintings or sculptures–to create entire worlds of imagination taking over their surroundings.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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As per Forbes, at least a dozen oarfish washed up onto Japan's coastline in the year before the 2011 Fukushima earthquake and tsunami, which brought the deep-sea creatures back to the forefront of the imagination.—
Thomas Westerholm,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Sule Murray, a screenwriter and producer, focused on exploring themes of cultural memory, community, and exploitation, celebrating the ingenuity and creativity of marginalized voices while tackling complex issues with empathy and imagination.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
10 June 2025
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Murillo had a strong showing all season with a focus on vegetables, playful plating and ingenuity.—
Ahmed Ali Akbar,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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The real turning point for the contest came in 2001, when Kobayashi — who rose to fame eating 16 bowls of ramen in an hour on a TV show in his native Japan — first brought his talents to Coney Island.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
17 June 2025
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Beyond his talent, Jake is a great teammate and leader.—
Noah Perkins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 June 2025
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“Originality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originality. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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