Definition

The quality or state of being fresh, original, or not previously known.

Example

The newness of the technology excited everyone at the conference.

Conversation

I love the newness of this cafe we discovered.

Yeah, it has such a fresh vibe, doesn't it?

Absolutely! The newness makes it feel exciting.

I agree, I can't wait to come back again!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Newness → It is formed from "new" (from Old English *niwe*, meaning recent or fresh) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "newness" refers to the state of being new or fresh.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'new' which means recent or fresh, and remember that 'newness' describes the quality of being new.

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