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originality
[ uh-rij-uh-nal-i-tee ]
noun
- the quality or state of being original.
Synonyms: , , ,
- ability to think or express oneself in an independent and individual manner; creative ability.
- freshness or novelty, as of an idea, method, or performance.
Synonyms: , , ,
originality
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noun
- the quality or condition of being original
- the ability to create or innovate
- something original
Other 51³Ô¹Ï Forms
- ³Ü²Ôo·°ù¾±²µî€…i·²Ô²¹±ôi·³Ù²â noun
51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins
Origin of originality1
Example Sentences
Moviegoers — especially ones who don’t live in major metropolitan areas — have little originality to choose from at the theater, which is why “Sinners†felt even more like a godsend from the cinema heavens.
“Sherlock & Daughter†hits the sweet spot between originality and familiarity with a plot that’s as devoted to unraveling the mystery of Amelia as it is to weaving a new entanglement for Holmes.
The screenplay for the sci-fi thriller “Parallel†caught Ezban’s eye for its originality among more generic prospects and became his first crossover venture.
The Times spoke with the cast and creative team about the musical’s unabashed originality and ambiguous ending.
Its unabashed originality has since become its biggest boon.
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