newness

Definition of newnessnext
as in novelty
the quality or appeal of being new all that the skyscraper has going for it is its newness, for it's an ugly, poorly designed building

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Recent Examples of newness Being on the set, Arngrim took notice of all the newness the revival brought to the Ingalls story. Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 Passionate about all things food and beverage, newness in flavor and technique quench my thirst for information, but so does learning about the people and places behind these movements. Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Check out the full selection to add some newness to your repertoire. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 22 June 2026 The consumer is very excited about newness, but is also excited about heritage products. James Manso, Footwear News, 16 June 2026 Gallagher told me that Nuuly grew out of a moment when customers’ desires for newness collided with their rising concerns about shopping’s environmental impact. Annie Joy Williams, The Atlantic, 12 June 2026 In a city flush with newness, Dan Tana's is a quintessential red-sauce joint and bastion of Old Hollywood. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 June 2026 Reliever Anthony Banda likes Morris’ personality and how he’s unfazed by the newness of his role. Dan Hayes, New York Times, 21 May 2026 In contrast to the flashy newness of One Vanderbilt, the observation deck at 30 Rock has old-school romance. Michelle Sinclair Colman, Curbed, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newness
Noun
  • Hijinx Hotel also has a full bar and restaurant that could rival any resort’s offerings, with drinks served in novelty glasses and a sweet-savory high tea, three karaoke rooms and a secret speakeasy where the party goes on and on.
    Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 14 July 2026
  • That low barrier, combined with fresh air, novelty and a serious cardiovascular boost, is turning hiking clubs into one of the defining social movements of 2026.
    Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026
Noun
  • The reason, spokeswoman Amanda Beuchaw told me last year, is to maintain freshness.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026
  • During harvesting, packing, transport, and display, apples come into contact with multiple surfaces, and to help maintain their appearance and freshness, they’re coated with a thin layer of wax.
    Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 16 July 2026

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“Newness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newness. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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