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
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Critics have praised the movie's startling originality.
I was amazed by the originality of her ideas.
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Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 July 2026
Over 108,000 entries from 160 countries were submitted, with seven photographers ultimately recognized for their technical mastery, originality, and conceptual strength.
—
Cecilia Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Serritella’s elegant prose includes a top note of originality, a middle note of pure heart, and a base note of self-discovery.
—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
30 June 2026
In his role at Louis Vuitton, Pharrell has spurred debates over originality over a design with a strong resemblance to the Vans Authentic.
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Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
29 June 2026
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“Originality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/originality. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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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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