novelty
/ˈnɒvəlti/ · /ˈnɑːvəlti/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4240 in the learning path
新奇；新颖
Definitions
n. the quality of being new, unusual, or unfamiliar
新奇；新颖
n. something new or unusual that attracts interest
新鲜事物
n. a small unusual object made mainly for amusement
新奇小玩意儿
Example
The novelty of sleeping in a tent soon wore off.
睡帐篷的新鲜感很快就消退了。
Although the novelty of new technology attracts consumers, long-term adoption depends on practical benefits and affordability.
虽然新技术的新颖性会吸引消费者，但长期采用仍取决于实际益处和价格是否可负担。
Collocations
- novelty value
- the novelty wears off
- a novelty item
Word family
- novel (adj.)
Synonyms
- newness
- originality
Antonyms
- familiarity
Usage tip
指新奇感时不可数；指新鲜事物或小玩意儿时可数。
FAQ
- What does novelty mean?
- the quality of being new, unusual, or unfamiliar something new or unusual that attracts interest a small unusual object made mainly for amusement
- How is novelty pronounced?
- UK /ˈnɒvəlti/, US /ˈnɑːvəlti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
