novel
Noun
Easy difficulty
What does “novel” mean?
noun.new or unusual in an interesting way.
SAT Usage
this term often appears in passages related to innovation, creativity, or scientific advancements. It emphasizes originality and the significance of introducing new ideas or methods, distinguishing it from words like "unique," which may not necessarily imply a positive or interesting aspect.
Common Confusions
Novel implies a new or interesting quality that sparks creativity, while unique usually suggests being one of a kind without necessarily connoting innovation or interest.
Do not choose novel if the context emphasizes familiarity or tradition rather than something new or unusual in an interesting way.
Example Sentences
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The engineer proposed a novel solution to the old problem.