originality
noun
orig·i·nal·i·ty
ə-ˌri-jə-ˈna-lə-tē 
1
: the quality or state of being original
2
: freshness of aspect, design, or style
3
: the power of independent thought or constructive imagination
Examples of originality in a Sentence
Critics have praised the movie's startling originality.
I was amazed by the originality of her ideas.
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The book was plotless and meandering, but the over-all effect was one of delightful originality.
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Rebecca Mead, The New Yorker, 1 July 2024
On top of that, a spark of originality or eccentricity should really pay off when the Moon finally sextiles rebel Uranus, also in Taurus.
—Tarot.com, Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2024
As a pioneer in the industry, Lenzing has always been at the forefront of protecting intellectual property and originality, taking a firm stance against mislabeling or misuse of trademarks.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 26 June 2024
This open call has been a testament to the varied interpretations of our relationship with animals and nature, a theme explored with striking originality by artists globally.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 14 June 2024
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Rebecca Mead, The New Yorker, 1 July 2024
On top of that, a spark of originality or eccentricity should really pay off when the Moon finally sextiles rebel Uranus, also in Taurus.
—Tarot.com, Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2024
As a pioneer in the industry, Lenzing has always been at the forefront of protecting intellectual property and originality, taking a firm stance against mislabeling or misuse of trademarks.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 26 June 2024
This open call has been a testament to the varied interpretations of our relationship with animals and nature, a theme explored with striking originality by artists globally.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 14 June 2024
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originality
noun
orig·i·nal·i·ty
ə-ˌrij-ə-ˈnal-ət-ē
1
: the quality or state of being original : freshness
the originality of an idea
2
: the power or ability to think, act, or do something in new ways : creativity
an artist of great originality
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