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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
Thousands of young people benefit from these often free or low-cost programs that ignite learning and spark originality.
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U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
To me, the show inaugurated a period of twisted originality and complete freedom.
—Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
There’s originality in its form and texture, but the colorway is neutral enough to coordinate with other materials in your space.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
Beyond dyeing, Bossa continue to advance its Circular Dye concept, not only as a dye innovation but also to create differentiated melange and tonal effects at the yarn level, adding originality and visual richness to the collection.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
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U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026
To me, the show inaugurated a period of twisted originality and complete freedom.
—Jerry Saltz, Vulture, 20 Apr. 2026
There’s originality in its form and texture, but the colorway is neutral enough to coordinate with other materials in your space.
—Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
Beyond dyeing, Bossa continue to advance its Circular Dye concept, not only as a dye innovation but also to create differentiated melange and tonal effects at the yarn level, adding originality and visual richness to the collection.
—Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for originality
Noun
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Not having skyscrapers close enough to see people at work or home in a big city is quite a wonderful novelty.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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People are attracted to the novelty of spending a night or two in a silo, and to Lincolnton’s setting and its dining and entertainment options, Betty Flohr said.—
Joe Marusak
April 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Be honest about what’s workable, and let creativity thrive within boundaries.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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These details feel distinctly human, inviting curiosity, creativity, and connection.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Romantic Venus sextiles dreamy Neptune, softening conversations and opening space for empathy, imagination, and meaningful exchange.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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Ko’s conception of the wuxia genre centers on imagination as a martial force.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
26 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Three grocery stores in particular lead the pack in terms of freshness, selection and rave reviews, Food & Wine recently reported.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Store it in the refrigerator to preserve its freshness.—
Brandi Jones,
Health,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But without freedom, Berdyaev writes, creativeness is impossible.—
Andrew McDiarmid,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
Noun
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There's also a palpable new seam of imaginativeness among residents.—
Toby Skinner,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Nov. 2024
Noun
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There is friction and newness there.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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The team is working to understand customer appetite, purchase behavior, and the optimal frequency for newness.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This is why our governments are concluding new economic and technology agreements – to write the next chapter of our joint prosperity and ensure that British and American ingenuity continues to lead the world.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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This brand prizes its collections on ingenuity and takes inspiration from the opulent interiors across Soho Houses around the world, and this piece is proof.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Originality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/originality. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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