o·rig·i·nal·i·ty /əˌrɪdʒəˈnæləti/ noun [uncountableU] NEWwhen something is completely new and different from anything that anyone has thought of before 独创性;创见;创造力;新颖originality of I was impressed by the originality of the plan. 我对这个计划的新意印象深刻。
Her earlier work shows a lot of originality. 她的早期作品显示出丰富的独创性。
A lot of his designs lack originality. 他的很多设计都缺乏创意。
a young writer of great originality 一位极富创意的年轻作家
n COLLOCATIONSverbshave originalityThis book does not have the originality and power of his first novel.
show originalityHis research shows originality and sustained effort.
lack originalityThe music lacks originality, but is fun and well-played.
adjectivesgreat originalityHis work showed great originality.
startling originality (=used about something so new and different that it surprises you)We were amazed by the startling originality of his thinking.
striking originality (=used about something so new and different that it makes you notice it)Any visitor will admire the striking originality of the building's architecture.
sheer originality (=when something is very original)the sheer originality of his writing style
phrasesa spark of originality (=a small amount of originality)The show at least has a spark of originality, something that most TV programs seem to lack.
great originality• I don't claim any great originality or depth, but it is the best I can do at the moment.