novelty

noun

ˈnä-vəl-tē How to pronounce novelty (audio)
Definition of noveltynext
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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3
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 For now, Paramount isn’t producing the billion-dollar box office smashes that drive millions of butts into theater seats (not to mention robust sales of novelty popcorn buckets). — Todd Spangler, Variety, 9 Aug. 2026 Not to be confused with the fisherman aesthetic, what started as a playful nod to coastal living has quietly evolved into one of fashion’s most enduring novelty motifs. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026 Many health devices end up forgotten in a drawer after the novelty fades. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Since 2017, Fetch has sold gifts, stationery, vintage clothing and other niche novelty items. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for novelty
Recent Examples of Synonyms for novelty
  1. newness
  2. notion
  3. ornamental
  4. innovation
  5. gadgets
  6. ornament
  7. freshness
  8. variety
Noun
  • So there was this element of newness and freshness to figuring it out.
    — William Earl, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Hauteline now serves young women who prioritize style over newness, catering to both high-end buyers and those seeking affordable rentals.
    — Sharon Edelson, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of newness
Noun
  • The notion was a surprise to almost everyone on a Monday videoconference of the CFP management committee (made up of 10 FBS commissioners and Notre Dame’s athletic director), said sources who were on the call.
    — Chris Vannini, New York Times, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Esparza plays the unhinged tyrant with a quickness, his bright eyes darting and weaving with each newfangled notion.
    — Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of notion
Noun
  • Native species tend to establish faster and handle local climate stress better than ornamentals imported from other regions.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026
  • Gardeners can naturally reduce beetle populations and protect their landscapes by planting geraniums among more susceptible ornamentals.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 July 2026
Definition of ornamental
Noun
  • The attacks are examples of how Kyiv has used drone innovation as a key part of its response to the invasion by its much bigger enemy more than four years ago.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Advocates of these changes argue that resources should be redirected toward faster innovation and greater efficiency.
    — H. Christopher Frey, The Conversation, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of innovation
Noun
  • There’s Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC and ANT+, a standard often used to broadcast heart rate data in older fitness gadgets.
    — Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • That's why self-hosting feels less like owning gadgets and more like reclaiming agency.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of gadgets
Noun
  • This outdoor ornament can become a water feature by incorporating a fountain or water garden nearby.
    — Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The giant, 10,000-pound mammals provided meat, fat, hide, and bones for building structures, as well as ivory for tools, art, and ornaments.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 30 July 2026
Definition of ornament
Noun
  • So there was this element of newness and freshness to figuring it out.
    — William Earl, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • From there, nutty chestnut, rich cocoa, and tart black currant add contrasting moody elements, while rose and bergamot add a sense of subtle freshness and flowering.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of freshness
Noun
  • But kebabs are joined by a variety of stews, salads and eggplant dishes that are mainstays of Persian cooking.
    — Colin Wrenn, Denver Post, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The remaining people reported having eaten at a variety of other Mexican-style restaurants, said Carlota Medus, a senior epidemiologist supervisor in the state Health Department’s Foodborne Disease Unit.
    — Lauren Dunn, NBC news, 5 Aug. 2026
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