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o·rig·i·nal·i·ty
 originality
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- pronunciation:
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noun |
| inflections: |
originalities |
| definition 1: |
the ability to think or act in a new way or as an individual.
The way he uses words in poetry shows originality.- synonyms:
- creativity, imagination
- similar words:
- independence, ingenuity, initiative
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| definition 2: |
the quality or condition of being new or fresh.
The originality of the way that artist uses color has made her paintings famous.- synonyms:
- freshness, novelty
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| related words: |
imagination, individuality |
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