originality
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Noun — The quality of being new, inventive, and not copied from anyone else.
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Etymology
From French originalité, built from original + the noun-forming suffix -ity.
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What does “originality” mean?
The word “originality” means the quality of being new, inventive, and not copied from anyone else. In plain terms, how fresh and non-derivative something is.
How do you pronounce “originality”?
“Originality” is pronounced uh-rihd-zhih-NA-lih-tee (/əˌɹɪd͡ʒɪˈnælɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “originality” in a sentence?
Here is “originality” used in a sentence: “The judges praised the originality of her design.”
What part of speech is “originality”?
“Originality” is a noun.
Where does the word “originality” come from?
The word “originality” comes from French. From French originalité, built from original + the noun-forming suffix -ity.
Is “originality” a common word?
“Originality” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.