originality
uh-rihd-zhih-NA-lih-tee
Originality (noun) means the quality of being new, inventive, and not copied from anyone else. Example: “The judges praised the originality of her design.”
noun
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The quality of being new, inventive, and not copied from anyone else.
"The judges praised the originality of her design."
How to use originality
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHow fresh and non-derivative something is.
Common pairings
lack originality
a spark of originality
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Etymology
From French originalité, built from original + the noun-forming suffix -ity.
Antonyms
unoriginality
Rhymes for originality
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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.
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