NOVELTY Synonyms: 74 Similar and Opposite Words

novelty

noun

ˈnä-vəl-tē

Definition of novelty

as in newness

the quality or appeal of being new the novelty of having a cat wore off after the first time I had to change the litter box

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as in notion

novelties plural small useful items travel kits filled with small bars of soap, a folding toothbrush, and other novelties

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as in ornamental

a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest a shop selling souvenirs, T-shirts, and assorted novelties for tourists passing through

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Recent Examples of novelty That difference is now proving itself in luxury real estate, where the quality of the experience determines whether surf is a fleeting novelty or an anchor with staying power. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Oct. 2026 But now that internet novelty has calmed down over the last decade or so, people don't use it as much. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026 But the novelty of the move — Ohtani only took batting practice on the field a few times during the regular season, always in the midst of a slump — had yet to fully wear off. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2026 There has been a major development in the Kelly Clarkson-NYC novelty store feud. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for novelty

Recent Examples of Synonyms for novelty

Noun

Kering said Gucci’s performance reflected the less pronounced impact of newness than in the second quarter, when creative director Demna’s first designs became more widely available in stores.

— Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
It-items tend to combine an exciting spark of newness with an ability to fit seamlessly into people’s closets.

— Joan Kennedy, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of newness

Noun

Such long-term investment is difficult to reconcile with the notion of an imminent military confrontation.

— Ningrong Liu, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
The civic organization has questioned whether his scrutiny over its finances and a reverter clause in the youth center’s deed is politically motivated, a notion Lago denies.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of notion

Noun

That framing, functional over ornamental, marks a clear departure from the resort-style aesthetic that dominated the late pandemic years.

— Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Oct. 2026
Late-Modern architect focuses on a sleek design with minimal ornamentals.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of ornamental

Noun

Policymakers recognized that American companies needed a stronger reason to invest in innovation.

— Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Turning the tables, American technology innovation companies are positioning AI data centers as major water producers rather than water guzzlers.

— Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of innovation

Noun

From time-saving kitchen gadgets and food warmers to festive serving platters, Thanksgiving table decorations and clever ways to store leftovers, there are plenty of products that can help make the holiday feel a little less stressful.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
The power of each port (four USB-C, one USB-A) varies depending on how many gadgets are plugged in, up to 160W total.

— Cameron Faulkner, The Verge, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of gadgets

Noun

It’s made from wood and comes with the calendar, which is filled with 24 ornaments to add a new one to the branches each day.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026
Scarabs, serpents, vultures, lunar ornaments, ancient gods like Horus and Anubis carved from gold and lapis lazuli—all strategically placed on various points along the body.

— Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of ornament

Noun

At Garth Greenan, where more than forty of Drexler’s paintings and drawings from the sixties were on display, I was struck, once again, by the astonishing freshness and psychological bite of her work.

— Leslie Camhi, New Yorker, 16 Oct. 2026
The range, the variety, the freshness, the ecstatic culture of experimentation.

— Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of freshness

Noun

Locals claimed that drinking it was helpful for a variety of respiratory and digestive problems.

— D. T. Max, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026
That includes cards such as the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees), which comes with a variety of excellent travel insurance benefits and the American Express® Gold Card, which is a rewarding option for dining and grocery purchases.

— Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of variety

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