Novel
Novel adjective - Not known or experienced before.
Usage example: that's a novel idea for a TV series
Unknown is a synonym for novel in experimental topic. In some cases you can use "Unknown" instead the word "Novel" as an adjective or a noun.
Unknown
Unknown adjective - Not known or experienced before.
Usage example: becoming a father brought unknown joy to his life
Novel is a synonym for unknown in unfamiliar topic. You can use "Novel" instead the word "Unknown" as an adjective or a noun.
Nearby Words: unknowable, unknowing
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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Cliffhanger: The light novel has been on a hiatus since 2008, with the last chapter having Yui lie in a pool of her own blood after getting sniped by an unknown assailant.
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Unexpectedly, it has sold rather impressively both in the US and worldwide, given that it's a niche PC game from an unknown foreign developer based on an unknown foreign novel.
Source: Video Game / The Witcher - Pursued Protagonist: The first novel quickly introduces F'ryan Cobblebay, who is pursued by unknown antagonists and mortally wounded.
Source: Literature / Green Rider
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