Unoriginality

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌənəˌrɪdʒəˈnæləti/

Definitions of unoriginality

noun lack of originality or creativity; the quality of being unoriginal

Example Sentences

A1 I don't like unoriginality in movies.

A2 Her unoriginality in fashion choices was evident.

B1 The artist's work was criticized for its unoriginality.

B2 The company's lack of innovation led to accusations of unoriginality.

C1 The writer's unoriginality was seen as a hindrance to their career.

C2 The film director was accused of unoriginality in their latest project.

Examples of unoriginality in a Sentence

formal The professor criticized the student's paper for its unoriginality.

informal I'm tired of seeing the same unoriginality in Hollywood movies.

slang Her outfit was total unoriginality, just like everyone else's.

figurative His lack of creativity led to a sea of unoriginality in his work.

Grammatical Forms of unoriginality

plural

unoriginalities

comparative

more unoriginal

superlative

most unoriginal

present tense

is unoriginal

future tense

will be unoriginal

perfect tense

has been unoriginal

continuous tense

is being unoriginal

singular

unoriginality

positive degree

unoriginal

infinitive

to be unoriginal

gerund

being unoriginal

participle

unoriginal

Origin and Evolution of unoriginality

First Known Use: 1829 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'unoriginality' originates from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and the word 'originality' meaning the quality of being original or unique.
Evolution of the word: The word 'unoriginality' has evolved to describe the lack of originality or creativity in a person's work or ideas. It is often used to criticize something that is derivative or copied from others.