originality (əˌrɪdʒɪˈnælɪtɪ
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Definitions
noun
- the quality or condition of being original
- the ability to create or innovate
- something original
Synonyms
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novelty,
imagination,
creativity,
innovation,
new ideas
individuality,
ingenuity,
freshness,
uniqueness,
boldness,
inventiveness,
cleverness,
resourcefulness,
break with tradition
newness,
unfamiliarity,
creative spirit unorthodoxy
unconventionality,
creativeness,
innovativeness
imaginativeness,
Quotations
"He was dull in a new way, and that made many people think him great"
Usage examples
The beauty was not classical, but in its modern originality it was very striking.
, Absolute Truths (1994)Thompson's undoubted originality doesn't hide the fact that changes in US journalism provided a window of opportunity for him.
Spiked (2005)And that you, by extension, can be lauded for your artful originality.
Globe and Mail (2003)He started with an uncommon verve and originality with Divorcing Jack.
Glasgow Herald (2001)Intimately, the couple are close, sensitive and engaging, sparking each other's amorous natures with jest, trickery and originality.
, MOON ASTROLOGY FOR LOVERS (2002)