1
as in newness
the quality or appeal of being new
the novelty of having a cat wore off after the first time I had to change the litter box
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2
as in notion
novelties plural
small useful items
travel kits filled with small bars of soap, a folding toothbrush, and other novelties
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as in ornamental
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
a shop selling souvenirs, T-shirts, and assorted novelties for tourists passing through
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Recent Examples of novelty
Clothing, pins, a new shake and a novelty popcorn bucket also will be available for the anniversary.
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Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 3 Feb. 2026
The joke was that none of us outside Tampa had even realized the game was happening, because at this point there’s so many of these outdoor games that the novelty has completely worn off.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
One of the ways couples can navigate that is to cultivate a closer connection while also getting a sense of novelty by doing new things with each other.
—Ian Kerner 18 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
Sundance is a festival that made its reputation, in part, on the robust novelty of the American independent-film movement in the late eighties and early nineties.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 31 Jan. 2026
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Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 3 Feb. 2026
The joke was that none of us outside Tampa had even realized the game was happening, because at this point there’s so many of these outdoor games that the novelty has completely worn off.
—Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
One of the ways couples can navigate that is to cultivate a closer connection while also getting a sense of novelty by doing new things with each other.
—Ian Kerner 18 Hr Ago, CNN Money, 1 Feb. 2026
Sundance is a festival that made its reputation, in part, on the robust novelty of the American independent-film movement in the late eighties and early nineties.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 31 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for novelty
Noun
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According to celebrity stylist Samantha Brown, Coachella 2026 will see a blend of nostalgia and newness.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
12 Feb. 2026
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And the long-term data about these materials’ stability is only now being developed given their newness.—
Alcina Johnson Sudagar,
The Conversation,
12 Feb. 2026
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Over the past few days, however, traders have reacted to the notion that AI also has the power to destroy the revenues of companies reliant on selling traditional software that can be replaced by AI.—
Jim Edwards,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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The second annual Jambaloo erases that notion.—
Thor Christensen,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Feb. 2026
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The beds are planted with a mix of edibles and ornamentals that can be enjoyed from the sitting area.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2026
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Prune ornamental grasses to within a foot or two of the ground before growth begins.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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With the rise in popularity of the bourbon industry over the past couple of decades, consumers crave innovation and authenticity.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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Decades in the making, built by nations, sustained by trust and partnerships, and powered by science, innovation and curiosity.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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Instead of adding more junk to your drawers, these clever gadgets actually solve kitchen dilemmas we’re all faced with.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
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From a handy travel document organizer to a $10 luggage scale, these travel accessories and gadgets will help everyone get through the check-in line headache-free.—
Kayla Becker,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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Moscow — Russian investigators have prevented a giant meteorite fragment being smuggled to Britain disguised as a garden ornament, the Federal Customs Service reported Thursday.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Madeline is newer still, having purchased her first kit just over a year ago to stitch Christmas ornaments for her niece.—
Julianna Chen,
Dallas Morning News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Consumers also love the decadence and richness of the chocolate combined with the freshness and sweetness of the strawberries.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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The real freshness here is in the styling.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
14 Feb. 2026
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What’s more, embroidered bedding is versatile for a variety of bedroom styles.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
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Short grain Arborio rice (the same variety used for risotto) is the ideal rice for this pudding because the grains are short and starchy; as the rice cooks, the starch transforms the milk and water into a thick, rich sauce.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Novelty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/novelty. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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