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
With more than enough work to go around, broadcast and cable networks were bathed in green light and the introduction of original series on streaming services was considered an exciting novelty, rather than the first ominous drumbeats of industry-disrupting dominance.
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Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Solemn North Korean soldiers, marching alongside Russians, provided the only novelty.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
And Kerr, in the name of innovation and novelty, will have to stomach some things.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Neaco, an unexpectedly funky home decor and gift shop, stocks fun barware, wall art, novelty gifts, and home accessories.
—Leigh Ann Henion, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
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Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Solemn North Korean soldiers, marching alongside Russians, provided the only novelty.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
And Kerr, in the name of innovation and novelty, will have to stomach some things.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Neaco, an unexpectedly funky home decor and gift shop, stocks fun barware, wall art, novelty gifts, and home accessories.
—Leigh Ann Henion, Southern Living, 9 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for novelty
Noun
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The vernal atmosphere of May is encouraging us all to gather newness around us and refresh our lives for the spring season.—
Theara Coleman,
TheWeek,
7 May 2026
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Myers said the hotel’s relative newness was a magnet for prospective buyers.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Newsom being Newsom, and a sharp operative, the notion of a national program can’t help but once again put him in the national conversation.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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With a cast drawn from comedy-scene friends such as Kate Berlant and Conner O’Malley all tuned into a very specific wavelength, the movie somehow surpasses conventional notions of camp and irony to exist in a genuinely unique space all its own.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Featuring four miles of trails, SDBG has the largest public bamboo collection in North America; gardens representing different regions and flora of the world; and demonstration gardens showcasing fruits and vegetables, water-smart ornamentals, and native plants.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Wormwood Like rue, wormwood is another medicinal herb that’s typically grown as an ornamental these days and enjoyed for its delightfully pungent aroma.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
10 May 2026
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Similar artificial intelligence legislation had failed in previous years due to concerns from the governor’s office that regulations would hinder innovation in the state.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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The typical approach, dispatching a small team to build an innovation lab in Silicon Valley and hoping the insights flow back to headquarters, has rarely worked.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
Noun
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These 11 handy gadgets, tasty ingredients and practical tools will soon be your favorite bakers’ newest kitchen indispensables.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
12 May 2026
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Sean Hollister is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys.—
Sean Hollister,
The Verge,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Attenborough communicated with the tribe using gestures, looked at their personal ornaments and enquired about the pegs in the ritual punctures in the nose of one of the men.—
Amarachi Orie,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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When kuru’s vocals get more monotone, Backstage hologram ornaments the toplines with gorgeous digital keyboard parts that reference the crusty, low-res soundtracks of Nintendo DS-era RPGs like Pokemon Diamond & Pearl.—
Jude Noel,
Pitchfork,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The kitchen team is sufficiently confident in the quality and freshness of ingredients – either homegrown or sourced within a 25-mile radius.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Remarkably cool September nights kept sugar levels balanced while maintaining freshness and acidity, allowing for a notable sense of equilibrium in the glass.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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Out of the 50 Tuscan DOCs and DOCGs in which Sangiovese is the main grape, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG is considered the apex of the variety.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
15 May 2026
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There are moments that end up on the cutting floor due to a variety of reasons, either personnel on screen asking for privacy or the fact that there’s a very quick turnaround time.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
15 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Novelty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/novelty. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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