Synonyms: originality
Definition: the quality of being new and original (not derived from something else)
Similar words: quality
Definition: an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
Usage: the quality of mercy is not strained--Shakespeare
Synonyms: originality
Definition: the ability to think and act independently
Definition: possession of the qualities (especially mental qualities) required to do something or get something done
Usage: danger heightened his powers of discrimination